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Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and crumbled bacon, all tossed in creamy ranch dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 4 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (can substitute with your favorite cheese or omit for a lighter version)
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Peel them if desired and dice them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
  3. Pour the ranch dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. If using, add the fresh dill and mix again.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Notes

Assemble the salad just prior to serving for maximum crunch. You can experiment with adding other fresh vegetables like bell peppers or avocados for added flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: cucumber salad, ranch dressing, quick salad, summer recipes, side dish, healthy salad