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Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

A crisp, refreshing salad combining fresh veggies and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fresh Vegetables
  • 4 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced Wash thoroughly and peel if desired.
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
Salad Add-ins
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can be substituted or omitted for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Optional.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly. Peel them if desired and dice them into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon.
  3. Pour the ranch dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. If using, add the fresh dill and mix again.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately, or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Notes

This salad can be prepared a few hours in advance. Just stir it well before serving to redistribute the dressing. Feel free to add other ingredients such as bell peppers or avocados for extra flavor and texture.