Quick and Delicious Turkey Salad Recipe
This easy turkey salad recipe is perfect for using up leftover turkey. With a mix of tender turkey, crunchy veggies, dried cranberries, and pecans, all tossed in a creamy dressing, this flavorful and nutritious salad is ready in just 5 minutes. Perfect for busy days, this recipe is customizable and can be made with chicken or any nuts you prefer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Salad, Lunch, Quick Meal
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 cup cooked turkey, cubed
1 celery stick, cubed
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped scallions (for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients.
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Combine: In a large bowl, combine the cubed turkey, celery, green onions, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, mayonnaise, and mustard.
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Mix Well: Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Serve: Transfer the salad to serving dishes and garnish with chopped scallions. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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Freezing: Freezing is not recommended due to texture changes.
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Reheating: Best served cold, but can be gently heated if desired.
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Substitutions: Swap turkey for cooked chicken, and use Greek yogurt for mayonnaise for a lighter option.
