Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad (Print-Friendly Version)
Fresh cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, bacon, cheese, and dill mixed with creamy ranch dressing in a chilled salad.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
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2 large cucumbers, diced
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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½ cup red onion, finely chopped
→ Proteins
04 -
1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
→ Dairy
05 -
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or preferred variety)
→ Dressings & Herbs
06 -
½ cup ranch dressing
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¼ cup fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried dill)
→ Seasoning
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 -
Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Dice cucumbers and halve the tomatoes.
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Finely chop the red onion to infuse a crisp texture and sharp flavor.
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If using raw bacon, cook in a skillet until crisp, then crumble into pieces. If precooked, crumble directly.
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In a large bowl, combine diced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and chopped onion.
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Add crumbled bacon and shredded cheese to the vegetable mixture, stirring gently.
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Pour ranch dressing over the mixture and add chopped dill. Toss until evenly coated.
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Adjust seasoning by adding salt and black pepper to preference.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Toss lightly before serving to redistribute dressing and ingredients evenly.
# Extra Tips:
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For best flavor integration, prepare the salad in advance and chill before serving.