WW Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad

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The WW Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad is a fresh and crunchy side dish. This recipe contains 0.9 grams of fiber and 105 calories per serving. Takes thirty minutes to prepare this salad. We made this side dish with cucumbers, non-fat plain Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, ranch seasoning mix, salt, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, parsley, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper. Preparing this salad is so easy because the instructions are clear. We may pair this dish with turkey burgers, veggie wrap, lemon pepper fish, tuna sandwiches, garlic shrimp, grilled chicken breast, baked cod, or grilled salmon. Include this WW Cucumber Ranch Crack Salad in the container and store for one day.

STATS:

  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Calories: 105 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 cup
  • Chilling Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking time: Nil
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Course: Salad
  • Serving: 6
  • Preparation time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • Measuring spoons
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Mixing spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups

INGREDIENTS:

  • 6 cups English cucumbers
  • Quarter tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill
  • Half cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
  • Quarter cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • Quarter tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

INGREDIENT NOTES:

ENGLISH CUCUMBERS:

  • This is the main component that includes fresh texture in the salad. You may use regular cucumbers as per your preference.

NON-FAT PLAIN GREEK YOGURT:

  • We use it to make the creamy base of the dressing & keeping the recipe light. Greek yogurt does not make the recipe as sweet as flavored yogurt. You may use plain low-fat yogurt as another option.

LIGHT MAYONNAISE:

  • Mayonnaise gives a richer and familiar ranch-style texture to the salad. It makes the yogurt taste smoother and creamier. You may use additional Greek yogurt as a replacement.

RANCH SEASONING MIX:

  • It includes a main savory and flavorful taste in the salad. This seasoning contains herbs, garlic, onion, and other seasonings. You may use a homemade mixture of onion powder, dried dill, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried parsley as per your choice.

REDUCED-FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • This cheese gives little richness and a mild cheesy taste to the salad. We include it in a small amount so the recipe does not become heavy. You may use reduced-fat Monterey Jack as a substitute.

LEMON JUICE:

  • It includes acidity to maintain the creamy yogurt and mayonnaise. Lemon juice gives freshness and keeps the dressing from getting too heavy. You may use fresh lime juice as another option.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, wash the cucumbers well and dry them properly.
  2. Slice the cucumbers thinly, then put them in the large bowl.
  3. Mix Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, lemon juice, garlic powder, and black pepper in the small bowl.
  4. Make the smooth dressing, then add parsley and dill.
  5. Include the dressing on the cucumbers then add reduced-fat cheddar cheese.
  6. Toss the ingredients gently to coat the cucumbers well and adjust the seasoning.
  7. Lastly, chill the salad for 20 minutes, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

CHICKEN:

  • Grilled Chicken Breast
  • Lemon Herb Chicken
  • WW Baked Chicken
  • Garlic Chicken

SEAFOOD:

  • Grilled Salmon
  • Baked Cod
  • Garlic Shrimp
  • Lemon Pepper Fish

BURGERS:

  • Turkey Burgers
  • Chicken Burgers
  • Black Bean Burgers
  • Veggie Burgers

SANDWICHES:

  • Turkey Sandwiches
  • Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
  • Tuna Sandwiches
  • Veggie Wraps

MEALS:

  • Baked Potato
  • Vegetable Soup
  • Tomato Soup
  • Grilled Vegetables

TIPS:

  • Use firm cucumbers to get the best crunch in the recipe.
  • Avoid mixing the salad too much so the slices stay fresh and whole.
  • Serve the salad fresh because the cucumbers release water when we leave it.
  • Chill the recipe for a short time to develop the ranch seasoning without making the salad watery.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store the salad in the container for one day.

FREEZER:

  • The ingredients lose their texture so freezing this salad is not a good choice.

FAQs:

Can I include dried herbs in this dish?

  • Yes, you may add dried parsley and dill if fresh herbs are not available.

Does this recipe contain gluten?

  • If the ranch seasoning does not contain gluten, then the salad is gluten-free.

Is this salad very spicy?

  • It has a mild spice; you may make the salad spicier by adding more black pepper.

Can I include regular cucumbers in the dish?

  • Yes, you may use regular cucumbers in the recipe for better results.

Is mayonnaise good to exclude from this recipe?

  • Yes, you may replace it with an equal amount of non-fat Greek yogurt.

Can I make this salad earlier?

  • Yes, you may prepare the salad a few hours early & serve on the same day for better results.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net carbs: 5.1 g

Iron: 0.4 mg

Calories: 105 kcal

Total carbs: 6.0 g

Vitamin A: 380 IU

Fiber: 0.9 g

Calcium: 82 mg

Protein: 7.2 g

Sodium: 330 mg

Potassium: 235 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 2 Points