Description
Ranch Cucumbers is a refreshing and creamy cucumber salad that combines fresh sliced cucumbers with a tangy ranch dressing made from sour cream, mayonnaise, and dry ranch seasoning. This easy no-cook side dish is perfect for a quick appetizer or a chilled accompaniment to your meals, delivering crisp texture and flavorful zest in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumbers
- 3 cups sliced fresh cucumbers (about 2 large cucumbers)
Dressing
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Slice Cucumbers: Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers, then place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, dry ranch seasoning mix, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Toss Cucumbers with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the sliced cucumbers and gently toss to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the creamy ranch mixture.
- Add Fresh Dill (Optional): Sprinkle chopped fresh dill over the cucumbers and gently mix for added flavor.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Serve the ranch cucumbers cold as a crisp, flavorful side dish.
Notes
- English cucumbers are preferred due to their thinner skin and fewer seeds, making for a better texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream.
- To add extra flavor and crunch, include thinly sliced red onions in the salad.
