Creamy Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese for Ultimate Freshness

A refreshing Creamy Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese that perfectly combines crunch with creaminess for any meal.

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Prep Time 30

Chilling Time 20

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2 large English Cucumbers thinly sliced
1 cup Cheddar Cheese or feta for tangy twist
1/2 cup Bacon Bits or plant-based for vegetarian
1 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for lighter option
2 tablespoons Fresh Dill or dried in a pinch

For the Dressing

2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar or lemon juice
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for stronger taste
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Optional Add-Ins

1 cup Cherry Tomatoes for color and sweetness

Equipment

mixing bowl
Colander
whisk
Plastic wrap

Method

Preparation Steps

Thinly slice cucumbers into rounds, about 1/4-inch thick, then sprinkle with salt and let sit for 15 minutes.
In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, white wine vinegar (or lemon juice), garlic powder, and fresh dill until smooth.
Toss the cucumbers with the creamy dressing in the bowl until evenly coated.
Gently fold in cheddar cheese and bacon bits; reserve some for garnish if desired.
Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Serve chilled, garnished with reserved bacon and fresh dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cucumbers are completely drained after salting to avoid a watery salad. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

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