Turkey Salad

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Turkey salad is a tasty way to use up leftover turkey. This recipe combines diced turkey with crunchy celery, sweet cranberries, and toasted pecans. The dressing mixes tangy Greek yogurt with creamy mayo for a lighter twist.

You can make this yummy turkey salad in just 10 minutes. It’s great for quick lunches or easy dinners. Try it on sandwiches, wraps, or over lettuce. You can even serve it with crackers for a simple snack. The flavors get better after chilling, so make it ahead if you can.

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make this tasty turkey salad:

• 4 cups cooked turkey, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
• 1/2 cup finely diced celery
• 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
• 1/2 cup toasted and chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

For the dressing:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

You’ll love how these simple ingredients come together to create a yummy and satisfying meal. The mix of textures and flavors will make your taste buds happy!

Remember, you can adjust the amounts to suit your taste. Want more crunch? Add extra celery or nuts. Like it tangier? Squeeze in some extra lemon juice.

Instructions

Get ready to make a tasty turkey salad! Here’s how:

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   Grab a big mixing bowl. Toss in your diced turkey, celery, red onion, pecans, cranberries, and dill.

   
   
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   In a smaller bowl, mix up the dressing. Whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

   
   
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   Pour the dressing over your turkey mix. Gently stir everything together until it’s well coated.

   
   
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   Cover the bowl and pop it in the fridge for at least an hour. This lets all the flavors blend nicely.

   
   
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   When you’re ready to eat, give it a quick stir. Serve it chilled and enjoy!

   
   

You can eat your turkey salad in many ways:

• On a sandwich
• Wrapped in lettuce leaves
• Scooped onto crackers
• As a standalone salad

Remember, you can always adjust the ingredients to suit your taste. Add more cranberries if you like it sweeter, or extra pecans for more crunch. Have fun with it!

Possible Substitutes List & Recipe Variations

You can easily mix up this turkey salad recipe with some tasty swaps. Try these options to customize it to your liking:

Protein:

• Chicken instead of turkey
• Tuna or salmon for a seafood twist
• Chickpeas for a vegetarian version

Nuts:

• Almonds or walnuts in place of pecans
• Sunflower seeds for a nut-free option

Fruit:

• Raisins or chopped apples instead of cranberries
• Grapes for a juicy pop

Herbs:

• Parsley or chives in place of dill
• Basil for an Italian flair

Dressing:

• Use all mayo or all Greek yogurt
• Add curry powder for a spicy kick
• Mix in some mashed avocado for creaminess

You can also change up how you serve it:

• Stuff it into a pita pocket
• Roll it up in a tortilla
• Scoop it onto cucumber slices for a low-carb snack

Don’t be afraid to get creative! This recipe is flexible and forgiving, so have fun trying new combos.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

Use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas for this salad. It’s a great way to avoid food waste.

Chop your veggies finely for the best texture. Aim for pieces about the same size as the diced turkey.

Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes. This brings out their flavor and adds crunch.

For a lighter version, swap all the mayo for Greek yogurt. You’ll get a tangy flavor and fewer calories.

Mix up the add-ins! Try apples, grapes, or chopped herbs like parsley or chives.

Store your turkey salad in an airtight container in the fridge. It will stay fresh for 3-4 days.

Don’t freeze this salad. The mayo and yogurt can separate when thawed, changing the texture.

Serve your turkey salad in different ways:

• On a sandwich
• In a wrap
• Scooped onto lettuce leaves
• With crackers as a dip

Let the salad chill for at least an hour before serving. This helps the flavors blend together.