Description
A refreshing and creamy Bacon Cucumber Salad that combines crispy bacon, cool cucumbers, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for summer cookouts or as a side dish to complement grilled meats. This salad is easy to make and sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
5 large tomatoes, chopped
2 large cucumbers, chopped and seeded
1 package of bacon, cooked and chopped
1/3 cup mayo
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. 1. Place chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, and bacon in a bowl and gently toss until well mixed.
2. 2. In a separate bowl, combine mayo, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, stirring until fully combined.
3. 3. Gently mix the mayo dressing into the veggie and bacon mixture.
4. 4. Chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
– For extra flavor, try adding fresh herbs like parsley or dill.
– You can use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter version of the dressing.
– For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for bacon)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Bacon Cucumber Salad, Summer Salad, Side Dish, Fresh Salad