Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Oh yes! 🥒 Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad is a crunchy, creamy, addictive side dish that lives up to the “crack” nickname — it’s sweet, tangy, and perfectly savory all at once. Here’s a classic recipe you can whip up in minutes:

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🥗 Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

🧂 Ingredients (serves 6–8)

• 4 cups thinly sliced cucumbers (about 2–3 medium cucumbers)

• 1 cup thinly sliced red onion

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)

• 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)

• 1 cup mayonnaise

• ½ cup sour cream

• 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz)

• 1–2 tsp sugar (optional, balances tanginess)

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🥣 Instructions

1. Prepare cucumbers and onions

   • Slice cucumbers thinly (use a mandoline if you have one) and place in a large mixing bowl.

   • Add sliced red onions.

2. Mix the dressing

   • In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, and sugar (if using).

   • Whisk until smooth.

3. Combine salad

   • Toss cucumbers, onions, shredded cheese, and bacon with the dressing until everything is coated evenly.

   • Gently fold in crushed crackers right before serving to keep them crunchy.

4. Chill and serve

   • Refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

   • Serve cold as a side dish or potluck favorite.

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💡 Tips

• Make it extra “crack-y”: Add a handful of sliced cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.

• Crunch factor: Crush crackers just before serving, not too far in advance, to avoid sogginess.

• Make it ahead: Mix cucumbers and dressing in advance, then fold in bacon, cheese, and crackers right before serving.

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If you want, I can also give a low-carb version that skips the crackers but keeps the creamy, addictive flavor.

Do you want me to provide that version too?