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Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad: A Creamy, Crunchy Delight

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad is a refreshing, creamy dish bursting with flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers firm, fresh, diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 0.5 cups Red Onion finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill or dried if not available
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing store-bought or homemade
  • 0.5 cups Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for lighter option
Optional Ingredients
  • 0.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or dairy-free alternative
  • 0.25 cups Crispy Bacon Bits omit for vegetarian option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash the cucumbers under running water, peel if preferred, then slice in half lengthwise and dice into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine ranch dressing and sour cream, whisking until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Add halved cherry tomatoes and finely chopped red onion to the bowl with diced cucumbers, tossing gently.
  4. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and fresh dill into the salad mixture, ensuring even distribution.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  6. If desired, fold in crispy bacon bits.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Gently stir before serving and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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