Description
A refreshing and creamy summer salad made with crispy bacon, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and ranch dressing. The perfect easy side dish for BBQs, potlucks, or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
-
5 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and diced
-
1–2 teaspoons bacon drippings (optional, for extra flavor)
-
1 cup Ranch dressing (low fat is fine)
-
1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
-
2 large English cucumbers, diced
-
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
-
Cook bacon until crispy. Let cool and chop.
-
Reserve 1–2 teaspoons of bacon drippings (optional).
-
Slice cherry tomatoes in half and dice cucumbers. Place in a large bowl.
-
In a separate bowl, mix ranch, bacon, and drippings.
-
Pour dressing over vegetables and toss gently.
-
Season with salt and pepper.
-
Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
-
Use turkey bacon or beef bacon for a halal version.
-
For less watery salad, salt and drain cucumbers before mixing.
-
Salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook / Minimal Cook
- Cuisine: American