Creamy Bacon Ranch Slaw Cups
Get ready for a bite-sized explosion of flavor with this easy, irresistible Creamy Bacon Ranch Slaw Cups recipe. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick snack on a busy weeknight!
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced or julienned
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Bacon
- 1/2 cup bacon bits, cooked and crumbled
Dressing
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing use your favorite brand or homemade
Seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- extra bacon bits or chives for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Shred your green cabbage into thin strips and toss into a large mixing bowl. Slice or julienne the cucumber into matchstick-sized pieces for extra crunch and toss them in with the cabbage.
- Add Cheese and Bacon: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits over the veggies, saving a few bacon bits for garnish if you wish.
- Mix with Ranch: Drizzle the ranch dressing over the cabbage, cucumber, cheese, and bacon. Using a large spoon or spatula, gently mix everything together until the veggies are well coated. Be careful not to over-mix; you want the slaw to stay fluffy and crunchy.
- Season: Taste the mixture and add salt and pepper as needed, keeping in mind that bacon and ranch already add flavor.
- Assemble the Cups: Scoop generous spoonfuls of the creamy slaw into individual small cups or ramekins. If using for party appetizers, lettuce cups or mini tortilla boats work great too!
- Garnish and Serve: Top each cup with a sprinkle of extra bacon bits and a few fresh chives or herbs if you like. Serve immediately for the best crunch.
Notes
These slaw cups taste best cold, so chill them for half an hour before a summer gathering or picnic.