Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad You’ll Crave This Summer

This Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad is a refreshing low-carb dish combining crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crispy bacon, all enveloped in a creamy ranch dressing.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chill Time 1

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

4-6 slices Thick-Cut Bacon Use fatty bacon for best results.
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Slice in half for better integration.
2 medium English Cucumbers Diced for easy mixing.

For the Dressing

1 cup Ranch Dressing Low-fat versions can also be used.
2 tablespoons Bacon Drippings Optional for more flavor.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Skillet
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Wash and dice the English cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
Cook the thick-cut bacon in a skillet over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until crispy. Drain on paper towels and reserve drippings.
In a separate bowl, combine ranch dressing and reserved bacon drippings if desired. Whisk until smooth.
Crumble the cooled bacon and add to the bowl with cucumbers and tomatoes. Pour ranch dressing over and gently fold to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Cover and chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
Stir gently before serving and enjoy this refreshing salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh, in-season ingredients for the best flavor. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to enhance taste.

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