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Crunchy Cucumber Salad with Bacon

Crunchy Cucumber Salad with Bacon: Refreshing Summer Delight

This Crunchy Cucumber Salad with Bacon is light, refreshing, and perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups English or Persian cucumbers
  • 6 slices crispy bacon add just before serving
  • 1 cup ripe tomatoes chopped and drained
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup sour cream base of the dressing
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning add to sour cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • colander
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together sour cream and ranch seasoning until well combined.
  2. Spiralize or slice cucumbers thinly, sprinkle with salt, and let sit in a colander for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and drain excess moisture before combining with cucumbers.
  4. Pour dressing over the cucumber and tomato mixture and gently toss until coated.
  5. Crumble crispy bacon over the salad just before serving and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep components separate until serving for best texture. Experiment by adding other crunchy vegetables if desired.

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