Description
A refreshing and creamy salad made with crisp cucumbers and flavorful ranch dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup creamy ranch dressing
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 1/4 cup croutons (optional)
Instructions
- Dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces using a chef’s knife.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cucumbers and pour in the creamy ranch dressing.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Gently toss the cucumbers with the dressing and spices until coated.
- If using, add parsley and croutons, folding them into the salad.
- Enjoy immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
For a unique twist, substitute cucumbers with zucchini. Serve chilled for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cucumber salad, ranch dressing, summer salad, refreshing dish, side dish