Description
Crispy Cucumber Snack with Cheddar and Bacon Bliss
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English Cucumber (Alternative: Regular cucumber (halve, scoop out seeds to avoid sogginess))
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (Substitution: Any preferred cheese (e.g., mozzarella for milder taste))
- 1/2 cup Bacon Bits (Alternative: Turkey bacon or vegan bacon for a lighter version)
- to taste Black Pepper (Can adjust according to your preference)
- 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning (Substitution: Mix of paprika and celery salt can replace it)
- 1 tsp Salad Supreme Seasoning (Alternative: Homemade mix with garlic powder and dried parsley)
- 1/2 cup Avocado Lime Ranch Dressing (Substitute with any creamy dressing you prefer (e.g., Greek yogurt ranch))
- to taste Red Pepper Flakes (Adjust to taste; omit if you prefer mild)
- to taste Fresh Dill or Cilantro (Substitution: Any fresh herbs you have on hand)
- 1/4 cup Crushed Nuts or Seeds (Example: Almonds or sunflower seeds can be used)
Instructions
- Slice the English cucumber into thin rounds and arrange them on a large plate or tray.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits evenly over the cucumber slices.
- Dust with black pepper, Old Bay, and Salad Supreme seasonings.
- Drizzle the avocado lime ranch dressing lightly over the top.
- Add any optional toppings you like, such as red pepper flakes, fresh herbs, or crushed nuts.
- Serve immediately to ensure maximum freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg