Are you ready to transform an ordinary salad into a creamy, dreamy culinary masterpiece? Look no further than Momma Green's Cream Cheese Salad - a dish that promises to revolutionize your lunch and dinner game! This incredibly simple yet supremely delicious recipe combines fresh mixed greens, tangy cream cheese, and zesty ranch dressing to create a salad that's anything but boring. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this quick, easy, and absolutely irresistible recipe that takes just 10 minutes to prepare!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients for Momma Green's Cream Cheese Salad: 4 cups mixed greens, 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened), 1/4 cup ranch dressing, 1/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup sliced cucumber, and salt and pepper to taste.
- To begin, prepare the mixed greens by washing and drying them thoroughly. Place the greens in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and ranch dressing until well combined. This will create the creamy dressing for the salad.
- Next, prepare the cherry tomatoes and cucumber by washing and cutting them into halves (tomatoes) and slices (cucumber). Add the prepared tomatoes and cucumber to the bowl with the mixed greens.
- Pour the cream cheese and ranch dressing mixture over the mixed greens, tomatoes, and cucumber. Toss the salad gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Momma Green's Cream Cheese Salad immediately for the best taste and texture. Enjoy!
Tips
- Choose Fresh Ingredients: The key to an amazing salad is using crisp, fresh mixed greens and ripe, vibrant vegetables.
- Softening Cream Cheese: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Dressing Technique: Mix the cream cheese and ranch dressing thoroughly to create a uniform, silky dressing that coats every leaf.
- Vegetable Prep: Cut cherry tomatoes and cucumbers into uniform sizes for an even distribution and beautiful presentation.
- Serve Immediately: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, so toss and serve right after preparing to maintain the perfect texture and temperature.
- Customization Option: Feel free to add additional toppings like croutons, nuts, or grilled chicken to make the salad more substantial.
- Chilling Tip: If you prefer a cooler salad, you can briefly chill the prepared ingredients before combining.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
