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Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad: A Refreshing Summer Treat

Enjoy the refreshing Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad bursting with flavor and perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 3 medium Cucumbers Use in-season for best flavor
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halve or substitute with grape tomatoes
  • 1/4 medium Red Onion Substitute with shallots for a milder taste
For the Flavor Boost
  • 4 slices Cooked Bacon Substitute with crumbled crispy chickpeas for vegetarian
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or goat cheese options
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Use Greek yogurt-based for a lighter version
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Use 1 tablespoon dried for ¼ cup fresh
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Spatula
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumbers under cold water, dry, slice in half lengthwise, and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with cucumbers and halved cherry tomatoes.
  3. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Crumble and set aside.
  4. Combine the crumbled bacon and shredded cheese with the fresh vegetables in the mixing bowl.
  5. Drizzle ranch dressing and sprinkle fresh dill over the salad; fold gently to combine.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, mix gently to incorporate.
  7. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  8. Toss the salad lightly before serving chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This salad is highly customizable; feel free to swap in your favorite veggies or proteins for variation.

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