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The Best Turkey Salad Recipe

November 30, 2024   6 Comments

This turkey salad recipe is really the entry level of what you can do with all of that leftover turkey.

The Best Turkey Salad Recipe

My first big idea with the inevitable after Thanksgiving was a Leftover Turkey Chili Recipe. I love this one because it is a white chili and everyone is surprised by how good this can be.

This turkey salad recipe is really a chicken salad recipe because they are so similar.

I always use Dijon mustard in my chicken salad because it imparts creaminess and a kick of flavor to keep it from being bland. The non-fat Greek yogurt is added to cut calories without compromising creaminess.

I added celery for a crunch and pickles because why not?

My daughter ate all of this salad after telling me that she hates turkey. I do think that adding pickles (one of her favorite foods) was the ingredient that sold her on this salad.

You can add whatever you have in the fridge to this salad and it will work - cranberry sauce or dried cranberries, raisins, almonds, fresh parsley (or any herb), sliced grapes, apples….. It is a palette for you to a paint on.

If you don’t want to make chili or turkey salad with the leftover roasted turkey, you can always freeze it for a later date. I slice off a huge hunk and toss it into a freezer bag for an easy meal in December when things get super crazy. Turkey freezes well.

I make Instant pot stock with the turkey bones (and I usually freeze the carcass) when I have time. It is a luxury to have homemade stock to make soup out of when January hits.

What do you put in your turkey salad recipe? How do you deal with the leftovers? Thanks for sharing!

The Best Turkey Salad Recipe

Best Turkey Salad Recipe

1.8 from 24 reviews

Makes 8 cups

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Ingredients

2 pounds leftover turkey, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup sour pickles, chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
almonds, raisins, grapes, chopped parsley for topping (optional)

Instructions

Mix turkey, celery, pickles, mayonnaise, yogurt, and mustard in a medium bowl. Add toppings if desired and serve. This is great on its own, in a sandwich, or on a bed of lettuce.

Nutrition Facts

Using only turkey breast (1/2 cup) = 82 calories, 2.2 g fat, 0.4 g saturated fat, 4 g carbohydrates, 2.9 g sugar, 11.2 g protein, 0.4 g fiber, 600 mg sodium, 2 Green, 2 Blue, 2 Purple WW SmartPts

Points values are calculated by Snack Girl and are provided for information only. See all Snack Girl Recipes

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6 Comments:

I concur with reducing mayo (and its accompanying WW points) by adding nonfat Greek yogurt and flavor-brightening mustard (basic yellow mustard works well, too).

I’m not sure about ‘sour’ pickles, but yes, please to the pleasing addition of chopped bread-&-butter pickles (or pickle relish) AND sliced black olives, though these may add WW points.

I’m a little surprised to see no mention of ONION, which adds flavor & texture to savory salads. But as you suggest, the recipe has versatility to add what you like and make it your own!🌻

THIS SOUNDS LIKE A GOOD RECIPE TO TRY. I NEVER USED MUSTARD, NUTS, GRAPES ETC. I USE LOW FAT MAYO. YES, I WILL TRY A RED ONION. WONDERFUL THANK YOU SNACK GIRL. BLESSINGS OF PEACE, WITH GOOD HEALTH & ALWAYS BE SAFE. TO YOU SNACK GIRL & ALL YOUR MEMBERS. ANNETTE

Sounds great - gonna try it!

Snack Girl, Just wanted to thank you for sharing your recipe for cranberry made with red wine. Oh My Goodness! My family LOVED it! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! And this recipe looks fantastic! Can't wait to try it out as well.

Turkey or chicken salad the Snack Girl way is healthy and delicious! Freeze leftover meat in single serve portions. Use sliced meat for sandwiches. Use the meat in any meal for protein. Chili, rice dishes, pasta dishes, as a potato topper…

Yet, another winner for the Snackster with turkey salad! I did opt for a red onion and yet with butter lettuce lining a pita pocket filled with your tasty salad it was a hit with the donation to the local (volunteer) fire dept.!!

★★★★★

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