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Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad: Your Ultimate No-Cook Delight

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad is a refreshing, fuss-free dish perfect for summer gatherings, combining crisp cucumbers, creamy ranch dressing, and savory bacon.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 3 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large Cucumbers Consider using English cucumbers for fewer seeds.
  • 8 ounces Rotini Pasta Cook until al dente.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Used for garnish.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Freshly grated.
  • 1/2 cup Bacon Cooked crispy and crumbled.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dried Dill Adjust to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder

Equipment

  • Mandoline
  • Pot
  • Large bowl
  • Mixing Bowl
  • airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and dry the cucumbers, then slice them into ¼-inch rounds using a mandoline.
  2. Finely chop the red onion.
  3. Cook the rotini pasta in salted boiling water for about 8 minutes until al dente, then drain and rinse with cold water.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, dried dill, garlic powder, and onion powder; stir until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine rotini pasta, cucumbers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley; gently fold together.
  6. Pour in the dressing and mix to coat all ingredients.
  7. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon.
  8. Refrigerate covered for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust dressing seasonings after chilling to suit your taste.

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