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Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese

Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese for a Savory Twist

This Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese offers a creamy twist on fresh vegetables, perfect for quick meals or picnics.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large English cucumbers Thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Cooked bacon bits Substitute with plant-based bacon for vegetarian option
  • 1/2 cup Cherry tomatoes Optional, for color and sweetness
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream Or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon White wine vinegar Or lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill Or 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • to taste Salt and black pepper Essential seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional, for heat

Equipment

  • Colander
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Thinly slice cucumbers and place them in a colander over the sink. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, and dill. Whisk until smooth and adjust seasoning.
  3. Transfer dried cucumbers into a mixing bowl, pour dressing over them, and toss until well coated.
  4. Sprinkle cheese and bacon bits over the cucumber mixture, gently fold together.
  5. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 7gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cucumbers are well-drained and consider using Greek yogurt for a lighter dressing option.

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