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 (aka the Dream Team)
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