Description
This Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad is a delightful blend of fresh cucumbers, spicy jalapeños, and creamy dressing. Perfect as a quick side or a refreshing snack, it’s easy to make and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 4 cups)
- 1 large jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- ¼ cup (40 g) red onion, finely diced
- 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning
- ¼ cup (28 g) sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
- 2 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- In a large bowl with a tight-fitting lid, combine sliced cucumbers, diced jalapeño, and red onion. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, sour cream, and dry ranch seasoning until mostly smooth.
- Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon until just combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the vegetables in the large bowl.
- Secure the lid and gently shake to coat the vegetables evenly, or stir carefully to combine without crushing the cucumbers. Scrape the sides with a spatula as needed before shaking or stirring again.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
For extra crunch, add more bacon or substitute with turkey bacon.
You can add other vegetables like bell peppers for a colorful salad.
Adjust the spiciness by using less jalapeño or removing the seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg