Creamy Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese Recipe
This Creamy Cucumber Salad with Bacon and Cheese is a delightful combination of fresh cucumbers, savory bacon, creamy dressing, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a perfect side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cucumbers:
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
Cheese and Bacon:
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon bits (or 4 slices bacon, crumbled)
Creamy Dressing:
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Slice cucumbers thinly: Place in a colander, add a pinch of salt, let sit for 15 minutes, then pat dry.
- Mix creamy dressing: In a bowl, combine sour cream, vinegar, garlic powder, and dill until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss cucumbers: Coat the drained cucumbers with the creamy dressing.
- Add cheese and bacon: Sprinkle cheddar cheese and bacon bits on top, mix gently if desired.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving fresh!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Cucumber Salad, Bacon, Cheese, Side Dish, Creamy Salad
