Crispy Rice Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Fresh and Flavorful Twist
A refreshing and crunchy salad featuring crispy rice and turkey bacon that adds a unique flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: no-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked crispy rice
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the crispy rice, turkey bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch, you can include nuts or seeds like sunflower seeds.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg