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Jalapeño Popper Cucumber Salad

A refreshing take on jalapeño poppers, this salad combines crunchy cucumbers with creamy cheese, spicy jalapeños, and crispy bacon, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds.
  2. Seed and finely dice the jalapeño.
  3. Dice the red onion into small pieces.
  4. In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, diced jalapeño, and red onion.
  5. In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and dry ranch seasoning until mostly smooth.
  6. Fold in shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon into the cream cheese mixture.
  7. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the vegetable mixture and secure the lid on the large bowl.
  8. Gently shake to coat the vegetables or stir with a spatula carefully.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Notes

Best served chilled. Can be garnished with extra bacon or cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 1-2 days.

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Keywords: jalapeño popper salad, cucumber salad, summer salad, refreshing salad, potluck dish