Description
This Turkey Salad Recipe is a quick and flavorful way to repurpose leftover turkey into a delicious, creamy salad perfect for sandwiches or as a light meal. Combining finely diced turkey, celery, green onions, dried cranberries, and pecans with a tangy, creamy dressing made from mayo, sour cream, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, and herbs, it’s a perfect balance of textures and flavors that can be prepared in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups finely diced leftover turkey
- 1/4 cup finely diced celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup finely diced dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- 2-1/4 teaspoons finely chopped fresh dill
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise (Hellman’s/Best Foods)
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Make Salad: Ensure all salad ingredients—finely diced leftover turkey, celery, green onions, dried cranberries, pecans, and fresh dill—are finely diced for a consistent texture. Combine them together in a large mixing bowl.
- Make Dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well blended. Adjust seasoning as needed based on the turkey’s seasoning.
- Combine: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Stir gently yet thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Enjoy: Serve the turkey salad immediately or chill before serving. It’s perfect loaded on toasted whole grain bread with lettuce and additional mayo for a satisfying sandwich.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure all salad ingredients are finely diced.
- Adjust salt and pepper based on the seasoning of your leftover turkey.
- This salad can be eaten as is, or served as a sandwich filling or atop fresh greens.
- Adding extra mayo or lettuce can enhance the sandwich experience.
