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Cucumber Bacon Ranch Salad: The Definitive Guide | Easy Summer Side Dish

Cucumber Bacon Ranch Salad: The Definitive Guide


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  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A high-contrast side dish featuring crisp English cucumbers, smoky thick-cut bacon, and a tangy buttermilk ranch dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers, sliced
  • 8 strips thick-cut bacon, fried and crumbled
  • 1 cup high-quality buttermilk ranch dressing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Fry bacon over medium heat until crisp; drain on a wire rack.
  2. Slice cucumbers into rounds and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Place cucumbers in a chilled large bowl.
  4. Crumble warm bacon over the cucumbers.
  5. Fold in the buttermilk ranch dressing using a spatula.
  6. Garnish with fresh chives and cracked black pepper.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéing and Tossing
  • Cuisine: American