Move over pasta salad. Step aside, boring lettuce mixes. There’s a new cool kid in the bowl — and it’s crisp, creamy, and so addictively delicious, people are calling it Crack Salad (and for good reason).
Introducing the Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad — the TikTok-famous, BBQ-approved, fridge-raiding salad you didn’t know you needed. Whether you’re hosting a summer potluck or just craving something crunchy at midnight, this is the one recipe that’ll ruin all other salads for you.
What Exactly Is Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad?
It’s like ranch dressing, cucumber slices, and everything bagel seasoning had a baby… then threw in some cheddar cheese and crispy bacon for good measure.
This salad isn’t just a side dish — it’s a full-blown flavor bomb. The mix of creamy, savory, crunchy, and tangy hits every craving zone in your brain. Hence the name: it’s hard to stop eating it once you start.
Ingredients
. Here’s what you’ll need:
2 large cucumbers, sliced or diced (peel if preferred)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/3 cup cooked bacon bits (or crumble fresh!)
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup ranch dressing (use your fave brand or homemade)
1 tbsp sour cream (optional for extra creaminess)
1 tsp everything bagel seasoning
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
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