**Cool and Refreshing: Cucumber and Onion Salad with Ranch Dressing**
Perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings, this Cucumber and Onion Salad with Ranch Dressing is a delightful blend of crisp cucumbers, zesty onions, and a creamy, tangy ranch dressing. With its vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit among your family and friends. Bursting with garden-fresh flavors, this salad boasts a harmonious balance of textures, from the crisp crunch of the cucumbers to the sharpness of the onions, all enveloped in a creamy, luscious ranch dressing. It's not just a salad - it's a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.
The article offers three variations of this classic salad, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe features a classic ranch dressing, providing a familiar and comforting flavor profile. The second recipe introduces a zesty twist with a spicy ranch dressing, adding a touch of heat and excitement. Finally, the third recipe takes a unique approach with a Greek yogurt ranch dressing, offering a lighter and healthier alternative that still delivers on flavor.
With its versatility and ease of preparation, this Cucumber and Onion Salad with Ranch Dressing is a must-try for any occasion. So gather your ingredients, whip up your favorite dressing, and enjoy the refreshing crunch of this delightful salad.
CUCUMBER RANCH SALAD
Crisp cucumbers with onion in ranch dressing. An easy side dish your family is sure to enjoy!
Provided by Michaela Kenkel
Categories Salad
Time 2h5m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Slice cucumbers and place in a bowl. Cover with cold water and give a good sprinkling of salt. Place in refrigerator for a couple of hours to soak. This will keep the cucumbers firm. Drain water. Add onions, and toss with ranch dressing. (You can use any ranch you want, I make it with fat free, and it makes this salad nice and light!) Give it a sprinkle of pepper and you're all done!!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1296 calories, Carbohydrate 77 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 62 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 108 grams fat, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, SaturatedFat 17 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 2799 grams sodium, Sugar 45 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 84 grams unsaturated fat
CUCUMBERS AND ONIONS IN A RANCH SAUCE
This Ranch flavor cucumber salad is always a big hit at a gathering , if I want to have some left overs ,I better save some at home cause I never seem to come home with any extra's.I've even doubled it and still none left over ...LOL
Provided by Karla Everett
Categories Vegetables
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Mix together ; sour cream , milk ,ranch mix , lemon juice , salt & pepper and dill weed in a medium bowl.
- 2. Mix prepared cucumbers and onion ring slices in ranch mixture.
- 3. Chill for at least 30 minutes ; just too get cold and to let the flavor set.
CUCUMBER SHELL SALAD
Ranch dressing is the mild coating for this pleasant pasta salad alive with the fresh flavors of crunchy cucumber, onion and green peas. Someone always seems to want the recipe! -Paula Ishii, Ralston, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, peas, cucumber and onion. Add dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 177mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CUCUMBERS AND ONIONS
Sliced cucumbers and onions in a light homemade sweet/tart vinegar dressing. This recipe is easy, tasty and down right yummy. Make early in the day and let marinate in fridge. Really good served with fried chicken, mashed potatoes and creamy gravy. I make them sugar free with splenda.
Provided by Julia Ferguson
Categories Other Salads
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Layer sliced cucumber and onions alternately into bowl, set aside.
- 2. Mix remaining ingredients together, stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour dressing mixture over cucumber and onion mixture. Cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours to marry flavors.
- 3. Notes: This recipe can easily be doubled. If my cucumber and onion are large I will double the dressing ingredients. I like the dressing poured over tomato chunks, chopped cucumber chunks, chopped green onions, green and red pepper chunks and sliced celery for another salad variation. Enjoy!
SIMPLE CUCUMBERS AND ONIONS
My mom always had a bowl of this in the fridge during the summer, and now I do too! My mom sliced her cucumbers and onions in cold salt water for a few hours first, but I usually do not. I do not notice difference when they are not soaked. Instead of peeling the cucumbers completely, I leave a few stripes of green to add color to the salad. Note: Cooking time includes time to chill salad before serving.
Provided by CindyMarie
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine oil, vinegar, and sugar in a medium to large bowl (big enough to hold all completed salad). Stir until sugar is dissolved (Note: You can heat the dressing to help keep it from separating. It is not necessary, but I do if I have time. If you heat the dressing, be sure to cool it before adding to cucumbers).
- Add cucumbers and onions to dressing. Toss to coat veggies.
- Cover and chill at least 2 hours before serving. The longer it chills, the better it gets!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.2, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 3.2, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 19.1, Protein 0.8
GRANDMA'S CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD
Both of my grandmothers made this salad every summer when their gardens produced baskets of cucumbers. It's a cool, fresh side dish for any meal. One of my grandmas omitted the green pepper and the celery seed. She also put ice in it to chill it quickly and cut the vinegar taste.
Provided by KBOVER
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place cucumber slices in a colander and liberally sprinkle salt over cucumbers; set aside until water starts to release from cucumbers, about 15 minutes. Drain and rinse cucumbers.
- Mix cucumbers, onions, and green bell pepper together in a bowl.
- Whisk sugar, vinegar, celery seed, and 2 teaspoons salt together in a bowl until dressing is smooth; pour over cucumber mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.8 g, Sodium 335.1 mg, Sugar 30.5 g
RANCH CUCUMBER SALAD
A NICE SIDE DISH! Family Favorite. There are many ways to prepare cucumbers, but this is my quick and easy favorite recipe!
Provided by Seasoned Cook
Categories Vegetable
Time 35m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- After slicing cucumbers, add salt and pepper. Add onions, dressing and dill.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy!
Tips:
- Choose fresh, crisp cucumbers and onions for the best flavor.
- Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the cucumbers and onions.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- For a creamier dressing, use sour cream or Greek yogurt instead of buttermilk.
- Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as dill or chives, to the dressing for extra flavor.
- Serve the cucumbers and onions immediately, or chill them for later.
Conclusion:
Cucumbers and onions in a ranch sauce is a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for summer picnics and potlucks. It is also a healthy and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with grilled chicken, fish, or steak.
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