Bacon-Wrapped Salmon With Almond Rice Salad Recipe

Name: Bacon-Wrapped Salmon With Almond Rice Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups uncooked long-grain white rice; 1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds; 1/3 cup raisins; 1/2 None English cucumber, diced; 5 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tsp sugar; 2 None limes, juiced and zested; 4 tbsp olive oil; 4 None salmon fillets (6 oz each); 4 slices bacon

Servings: persons

1
Cook the rice according to package directions. Set aside to cool. Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the almonds and cook, stirring, until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate and cool.
2
In a medium bowl, mix together the rice, almonds, raisins, cucumber and cilantro. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and lime juice and zest. Gradually whisk in 3 tbsp oil. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the rice mixture and toss to combine.
3
Season the salmon with salt and pepper and wrap a bacon slice around each piece. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp oil in the large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the salmon and cook for 4-5 mins per side until the bacon is crisp and salmon is cooked through. Serve hot with the rice salad.

791

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups uncooked long-grain white rice, 1/4 cup blanched slivered almonds, 1/3 cup raisins, 1/2 None English cucumber, diced, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Wrapped Salmon With Almond Rice Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Bacon-Wrapped Salmon With Almond Rice Salad

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