Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where addictive veggie combos meet creamy dressings for irresistible sides. If you’re tired of boring salads or heavy dips, this Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad delivers ultra-crisp cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion tossed in homemade ranch dressing crunchy, tangy, and dangerously snackable like viral “crack” salads.

Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, game days, or low-carb lunches, it’s ready in 10 minutes with no cooking. With years of salad expertise, I’ve crafted this crowd-pleasing recipe for maximum crunch and flavor. Here’s everything you need: ingredients, easy steps, variations, and tips.

Why This Recipe Works

• Cucumbers provide refreshing crunch that holds up in creamy dressing
• Homemade ranch uses Greek yogurt for tang without heavy mayo
• Quick pickle elements (vinegar soak) add bright zing to creamy base
• No-cook, 10-minute assembly
• Keto, low-carb, gluten-free friendly
• Addictive texture combo keeps you coming back

Ingredients & Prep

• 4 English cucumbers, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives or green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon dried parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Everything bagel seasoning for topping (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Thinly slice cucumbers, halve tomatoes, and slice red onion. Place in colander, sprinkle with ½ tsp salt, toss, and let drain 10 minutes. Pat dry.
2. In large bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, dill, chives, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Add drained veggies to dressing; toss gently to coat evenly.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning if desired.
5. Chill 15-30 minutes for flavors to meld (optional). Serve cold.

Flavor Variations

• Bacon Cheddar: Add crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar.
• Spicy Southwest: Use chipotle powder and cilantro instead of dill.
• Asian Twist: Swap ranch for sesame-soy dressing with sesame seeds.

Storage Tips

Store airtight in fridge up to 2 days. Cucumbers soften over time but flavors improve.

FAQs

• Regular cucumbers? Peel and seed to reduce wateriness.
• Vegan option? Use dairy-free yogurt and mayo.
• Make ahead? Yes, perfect for parties dressing keeps veggies crisp.

Conclusion

Addictively crunchy Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad refreshing veggies meet creamy homemade ranch for snackable perfection. Viral side dish done right. For more fresh salads, visit dishfoody.com and try our Cucumber Edamame Salad.

Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

Print Recipe

Addictively crunchy Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad with crisp cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and bacon tossed in creamy homemade ranch dressing. The viral low-carb side everyone craves.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins (+ chilling)
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Salad, Side Dish
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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• 4 English cucumbers, sliced
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, cubed
• 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
• Ranch dressing:
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• 1. In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bacon, cheddar cubes, and green onions.
• 2. Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• 3. Pour ranch dressing over vegetables and toss gently to coat.
• 4. Chill 15-30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
• 5. Serve as a side or low-carb snack.

Notes

• Use English cucumbers (no peeling needed).
• Make ahead up to 4 hours.
• Add jalapeños for spicy version.
• Perfect keto, low-carb summer side.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 220
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 420mg
• Fat: 19g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 6g
• Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: cucumber ranch salad, crack salad, viral cucumber salad, low carb salad