Description
This Cranberry Pecan Turkey Salad combines savory turkey, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans in a creamy dressing. Perfect for quick dinners or lunches!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups roast turkey
- â…” cup raw pecans
- â…” cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup red onions
- â…“ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 small clove garlic (optional)
- 1 to 2 tsp pure maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the turkey, pecans, and red onions.
- Mix turkey, pecans, cranberries, and onions in a medium bowl.
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon zest, optional garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the turkey mixture and fold gently to combine.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
For a vegan option, swap turkey with chickpeas and use plant-based yogurt.
Let the salad sit for 30 minutes post-mixing to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg