Description
A cool, creamy salad loaded with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and crunchy cucumbers tossed in tangy ranch dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a quick side dish.
Ingredients
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3 cups diced cucumbers (about 2 large cucumbers)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
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½ cup chopped green onions
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1 cup sour cream + ½ cup mayonnaise
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1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Wash and dice cucumbers, leaving the peel for texture. Pat dry.
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In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, cheddar, bacon, and green onions.
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In a smaller bowl, whisk sour cream, mayo, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Pour dressing over cucumber mix and stir until evenly coated.
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Chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Stir again and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
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Use English cucumbers for thinner skin.
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For meal prep, keep dressing separate until serving.
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Substitute bacon with roasted chickpeas for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 365 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 33g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
Keywords: creamy cucumber bacon salad, ranch cucumber side dish, summer crack salad recipe, cucumber ranch salad with bacon