Nutrition Facts for Cran turkey salad

Cran Turkey Salad

Bright, tangy, and delightfully satisfying, Cran Turkey Salad is the perfect way to reinvent leftover turkey into a gourmet meal. This quick, no-cook recipe combines tender turkey breast with the sweetness of dried cranberries, the crunch of celery, green onions, and toasted pecans, all brought together by a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile salad can be served over crisp mixed greens for a light lunch or transformed into a hearty wrap or sandwich. Bursting with flavor and texture, Cran Turkey Salad is a healthy and delicious choice for those seeking an effortless and elegant dish. Perfect for meal prep or entertaining, it’s sure to become your go-to turkey salad recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked turkey breast
  • 0.5 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 2 stalks green onion
  • 0.5 cup toasted pecans
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups mixed greens or lettuce

Directions

Step 1

1. Dice the cooked turkey breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

2. Thinly slice the celery stalks and green onions, and roughly chop the toasted pecans.

Step 3

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey, dried cranberries, celery, green onions, and pecans.

Step 4

4. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

5. Pour the dressing over the turkey mixture and gently toss to combine until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

7. Serve immediately over a bed of mixed greens or lettuce, or refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

8. Enjoy your Cran Turkey Salad as a standalone dish or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1194.7g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2310.2
Total Fat 147.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 16.6g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 454.3mg 0%
Sodium 2225.7mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.8g 0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g 0%
Total Sugars 59.9g
Protein 152.3g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 489.6mg 0%
Iron 14.3mg 0%
Potassium 3083.0mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.7%
Protein: 25.6%
Carbs: 18.6%