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Cucumber Salad with Bacon

Cucumber Salad with Bacon: The Ultimate Summer Crunch

Cucumber Salad with Bacon is a refreshing and crunchy summer dish perfect for potlucks and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 whole English Cucumbers Ideal for crisp texture
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Ripe varieties preferred
  • 6 slices Bacon Cook until well-done
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt for lighter touch
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Try homemade for a personalized taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • colander
  • spatula
  • Pan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and ranch seasoning, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Wash the cucumbers and slice them thinly. Sprinkle with salt and let sit in a colander for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Wash and chop tomatoes into small pieces, placing them in a strainer to remove excess liquid.
  4. In a large bowl, add cucumbers and tomatoes, pour creamy dressing over, and toss gently.
  5. Crisp bacon in a pan until golden brown, crumble into pieces, and sprinkle over the salad before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep dressing and salad components separate until serving to maintain crunch.

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