Description
A refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy dressing, crunchy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits (or 4 slices bacon, crumbled)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumbers: Slice cucumbers thinly and place them into a colander. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over them and let them sit for about 15 minutes.
- Create the creamy dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, and fresh dill. Stir until smooth.
- Season the dressing: Add salt and pepper to the dressing mixture, adjusting to fit your taste preference.
- Combine cucumbers and dressing: Toss the drained cucumbers into the bowl with the creamy dressing.
- Add the crunch: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits over the top.
- Chill and serve: Cover your bowl and chill the salad in the fridge for about 15 minutes.
Notes
Make ahead by preparing the dressing and cutting the cucumbers in advance. Combine just before serving to maintain crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg