Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad with crisp cucumbers, smoky bacon, and creamy ranch dressing that elevates any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Start by placing the diced cucumbers, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Pour the ranch dressing generously over this delightful mixture.
- Use a rubber spatula to toss everything gently until well coated.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Slice up some green onions and sprinkle them on top as a garnish.
- Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.
Notes
For optimal freshness, add bacon right before serving. Customize with additional veggies or herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cucumber Salad, Ranch Dressing, Summer Salad, BBQ Side, Fresh Salad