Description

This Delightful Turkey Salad with Cranberries and Walnuts is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and crunchy textures. Tender turkey combines with tart cranberries and toasted walnuts, all enveloped in a creamy dressing made healthier with Greek yogurt. Ideal for light lunches or festive gatherings, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also evokes memories of shared meals. Enjoy it chilled on a bed of greens, in a sandwich, or as a refreshing wrap.

Ingredients

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2 cups cooked turkey breast, chopped
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
1/2 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 celery stalks, diced
1/4 cup fresh parsley or chives, chopped

Instructions

Gather ingredients and chop the turkey into bite-sized pieces. Toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant.
In a large bowl, mix Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Fold in chopped turkey, cranberries, toasted walnuts, and diced celery gently until combined.
Add fresh herbs and stir to evenly distribute.
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor melding.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: For extra moisture in leftover turkey, add more dressing if necessary. Feel free to substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for different textures. This salad can be meal-prepped and stored in airtight containers for quick lunches.