Description
This creamy cucumber salad with ranch dressing, sharp cheddar cheese, and crumbled turkey beef is a refreshing and savory side dish. The crisp cucumbers are coated in a creamy ranch dressing, topped with savory crunch, and finished with fresh herbs for a delightful twist.
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 (1-ounce) package ranch dressing mix
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked turkey beef, crumbled
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Thinly slice the cucumbers and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine the ranch dressing mix, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers and toss until they are evenly coated.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled turkey beef, and sliced green onions.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and mayonnaise.
- If you prefer a different cheese, try Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or feta for a new flavor.
- This salad is perfect for make-ahead meals and can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- To prevent the salad from becoming too watery, you can drain or pat dry the cucumbers before mixing them with the dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
