Mccall's Cooking School Deluxe Turkey Salad
Elevate your lunch or light dinner menu with McCall’s Cooking School Deluxe Turkey Salad, a creamy, crunchy, and irresistibly flavorful dish that's as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. This timeless classic combines tender, diced turkey with crisp celery, vibrant red bell pepper, and zesty green onions, all tossed in a velvety dressing made from mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and a splash of lemon juice for a tangy lift. Toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch, while a bed of fresh lettuce leaves transforms this salad into a stunning showpiece. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for make-ahead dining, this chilled turkey salad is ideal for summer gatherings, quick weekday meals, or a refreshing twist on leftover turkey. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of elegance and serve with confidence!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups cooked turkey, diced
- 1 cup celery, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 0.75 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup toasted almonds, sliced
- 4 large pieces lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced turkey, celery, red bell pepper, and green onions. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
Step 3
Pour the dressing mixture over the turkey and vegetables. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Step 4
Fold in the toasted almonds for added crunch.
Step 5
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Before serving, line a serving platter or individual plates with lettuce leaves.
Step 7
Spoon the turkey salad onto the lettuce leaves. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Step 8
Serve chilled for best results.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1636.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3452.4 |
| Total Fat 223.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1011.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3946.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.4g | |
| Protein 296.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 590.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3958.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories