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Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad: The Ultimate Summer Side Delight

Enjoy the refreshing Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad, a quick no-cook recipe perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3 cups Cucumbers Diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Optional, can substitute
  • 1/2 cup Cooked and Crumbled Bacon Optional for vegetarian
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing Store-bought or homemade
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and optionally peel the cucumbers, then dice into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion. Combine in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon to the mixing bowl. Gently mix to combine.
  3. Pour ranch dressing over the mixed ingredients and gently toss with a spatula until all ingredients are coated.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and toss again. Add fresh dill if using.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance. Stir before serving to keep it fresh.

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