Ranch Style Cucumber Salad
Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh flavors, Ranch Style Cucumber Salad is the ultimate side dish for any meal. Thinly sliced cucumbers and red onions are tossed in a rich, homemade ranch dressing made with sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, and a medley of flavorful spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley. Fresh dill adds a vibrant herbaceous note that perfectly complements the crisp, refreshing vegetables. This no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and can be chilled to enhance its bold flavors, making it a perfect addition to summer barbecues, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Serve it as a light side dish or a refreshing snack—this salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large cucumbers
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds. If desired, you can peel the cucumbers partially or entirely for less bitterness.
Slice the red onion into thin half-moons and set aside.
Finely chop the fresh dill and set it aside as well.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, prepare the ranch dressing by combining the sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
Add the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped dill into the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently using a spatula or large spoon to ensure all the cucumbers and onions are evenly coated with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but recommended for the best taste.
Once chilled, stir the salad gently, taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the Ranch Style Cucumber Salad immediately as a side dish, or store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours for a quick and refreshing snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
871 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.3 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.1 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1453 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1542 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
