Crunchy Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Twist with Turkey Bacon
A refreshing salad featuring crispy cucumbers and savory turkey bacon, perfect for a summer meal or a light side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups sliced cucumbers
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons vinegar (red wine or apple cider)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, turkey bacon, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- For extra crunch, consider adding bell peppers or crunchy nuts.
- Adjust the dressing according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Crunchy Cucumber Salad, Turkey Bacon, Salad Recipe, Healthy Salad