Ingredients
– 2 large cucumbers, diced
– 1 cup fresh corn, cooked (or canned)
– 1-2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
– ½ cup cream cheese, softened
– ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ¼ cup ranch dressing
– 2 tablespoons lime juice
– ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad is easy when you follow these steps:
1. Prepare the Cucumbers: Start by washing and dicing the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces. You may peel them if desired, but leaving the skin adds a nice color and crunch.
2. Cook the Corn: If using fresh corn, cook it in boiling water for about 3-4 minutes. If using canned corn, simply drain and rinse.
3. Dice Jalapenos: Carefully seed and dice the jalapenos. Adjust the amount based on your preferred spice level.
4. Mix Cream Cheese and Ranch: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the ranch dressing, lime juice, and garlic powder. Mix well until fully combined.
5. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, cooked corn, diced jalapenos, and shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Add Dressing: Pour the cream cheese mixture over the veggie mixture, and gently fold to ensure everything is well-coated.
7. Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference.
8. Chill (Optional): For an enhanced flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. Garnish: Just before serving, sprinkle fresh cilantro on top for an added touch of freshness.
Following these steps will lead you to a delightful Jalapeno Popper Cucumber Salad that is bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 6g