Gobbling Good Turkey Salad Leftovers
Transform your holiday leftovers into something extraordinary with this "Gobbling Good Turkey Salad Leftovers" recipe—a quick and delicious way to repurpose cooked turkey! This 15-minute dish combines tender turkey with crisp celery, tangy red onion, sweet dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans for the ultimate blend of flavors and textures. A creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice ties everything together, while fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens, this turkey salad is a light, nutritious option that’s both versatile and satisfying. Refrigerate for up to three days to enjoy this easy make-ahead meal! Ideal for using up leftovers and packed with protein, this recipe will become a post-holiday favorite.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked turkey
- 2 stalks celery
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parsley
Directions
Step 1
Dice the cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Chop the celery into small, bite-sized pieces. Finely dice the red onion. Add both to the bowl with the turkey.
Step 3
Roughly chop the pecans and add them along with the dried cranberries to the mixing bowl for extra crunch and sweetness.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Pour the dressing over the turkey mixture and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 6
Chop the parsley and stir it into the salad for a fresh, herby finish.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning as desired, adding more salt or lemon juice if needed.
Step 8
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Enjoy as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or on a bed of greens for a light, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1126.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2659.0 |
| Total Fat 184.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.9g | |
| Cholesterol 576.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2316.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 95.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.8g | |
| Protein 151.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 239.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2105.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories