Ingredients
– 2 large cucumbers, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
– 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
– ½ cup ranch dressing
– ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Crafting Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad is easy if you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Prepare the Vegetables: Begin by washing the cucumbers and tomatoes. Dice the cucumbers and halve the cherry tomatoes.
2. Chop the Onion: Finely chop the red onion. This will add a zesty crunch to your salad.
3. Cook the Bacon: If using raw bacon, cook it in a pan until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces. If using pre-cooked bacon, simply crumble it.
4. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
5. Add Bacon and Cheese: Next, mix in the crumbled bacon and shredded cheese of your choice.
6. Dress the Salad: Pour the ranch dressing over the vegetable mixture, adding in the chopped dill. Stir until everything is well-coated.
7. Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting based on your preference.
8. Chill: Cover the salad and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
9. Toss Before Serving: Before serving, give the salad a good toss to redistribute the dressing and ingredients.
Following these steps will lead you to create a delightful Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 10g