Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad
- Wash two fresh cucumbers under cool running water, then dice them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl. Halve a handful of cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
- Finely chop about a quarter of a red onion and add it to the mixing bowl with the cucumbers and tomatoes, gently stirring to combine.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook several strips of bacon until crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Once done, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and crumble into pieces.
- Add the crumbled bacon and a generous amount of shredded cheese to the mixing bowl, folding gently to combine without crushing the fresh vegetables.
- Pour ranch dressing over the salad and sprinkle with fresh dill. Carefully mix everything together until well incorporated.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste and give the salad one final gentle toss to evenly distribute the seasonings.
- Cover the mixing bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld the flavors before serving.
- Toss the salad before serving and transfer it to a colorful serving bowl, garnishing with extra dill or cheese if desired.
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Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients and add crumbled bacon just before serving to maintain its crispiness.
