Description
This Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing, creamy side dish perfect for summer gatherings or everyday meals. Combining crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and savory bacon tossed in Ranch dressing, it delivers a burst of flavor in every bite. This easy-to-make salad is low in carbs and great for meal prep—just chill it in the fridge for an hour to enhance its taste. Whether served alongside grilled meats or enjoyed on its own, this salad offers versatility and satisfaction without the guilt. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light snack, this salad is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 slices thick-cut bacon (cooked and diced)
- 1 cup Ranch dressing (low fat if preferred)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (sliced in half)
- 2 large English cucumbers (diced)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes and diced cucumbers.
- In a separate bowl, mix the reserved bacon drippings with the Ranch dressing and add crumbled bacon.
- Pour the dressing mixture over the vegetables and gently toss until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg