Creamy Cucumber turkey Bacon Cheese Salad (Printable Version)

Crisp cucumbers in tangy dill dressing topped with savory turkey bacon and cheddar cheese. A refreshing summer side dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables & Toppings

01 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/4 cup cooked turkey bacon bits or 4 slices turkey bacon, crumbled

→ Dressing

04 - 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Steps:

01 - Slice cucumbers thinly and place in a colander. Add a pinch of salt, let sit 15 minutes, then pat dry.
02 - In a bowl, mix sour cream, vinegar, garlic powder, and dill until smooth. Add salt and pepper.
03 - Toss the drained cucumbers with the creamy dressing until coated.
04 - Sprinkle cheddar cheese and turkey bacon bits on top, mixing gently if desired.
05 - Refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, use the freshest cucumbers available.