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Delicious Cucumber Ranch Salad with fresh cucumbers and creamy ranch dressing

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

A light, creamy, and fresh salad mixing crisp cucumber with rich ranch flavor, perfect for warm days or busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3-4 medium medium cucumbers Wash and slice thin, peel if desired.
  • 1 small red onion Soak in cold water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  • 1 cup ranch dressing Choose your favorite brand.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise Optional for added creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill Or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • 2 chopped green onions Can use fresh herbs instead.
  • to taste paprika or cracked black pepper Optional garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and slice 3-4 medium cucumbers thin; peel if desired.
  2. Slice 1 small red onion thin, soak in cold water for 5 minutes to reduce bite, then drain.
  3. In a bowl, mix 1 cup ranch dressing, 1/2 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill), and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add cucumbers and onion to the dressing; toss until everything is coated.
  5. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes to let flavors mix and cool.
  6. Before serving, stir in 2 chopped green onions or fresh herbs, and sprinkle with paprika or cracked black pepper if desired.

Notes

For best crunch, use firm, fresh cucumbers. Lightly salt the cucumbers and let sit for 10 minutes to reduce water content. Chill salad for flavor blending. Adjust seasoning as ranch dressing varies in salt content. Consider adding bacon, feta, or tomatoes for variety.