Description
A refreshing salad that brings together crunchy cucumbers and savory bacon, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 4 slices of bacon
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
Instructions
- Slice the cucumbers and onion into thin rounds.
- Cook the bacon in a medium skillet until crispy.
- Drain the bacon on paper towels and reserve some bacon fat.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together vinegar, oil, reserved fat, salt, and pepper.
- Combine sliced cucumbers and onion with the dressing.
- Finish by adding crumbled bacon and fresh dill, then toss gently.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; refrigerate for enhanced taste. Can be made ahead with dressing stored separately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg