Turkey Salad

This homemade leftover turkey salad recipe is a must-have after Thanksgiving!

Juicy turkey, crunchy celery, tart cranberries, and nutty pecans are mixed with a creamy Dijon dressing and ready to enjoy!

A Simple Salad

• Great for leftovers: This is a great way to use leftovers.
• Fast: Turkey salad is fast to make and keeps in the fridge for a few days.
• Versatile: Skip the add-ins or add extras if you’d like. Stir in herbs like fresh dill or add your favorite spices like garlic powder or a hint of curry powder.

Turkey Salad Ingredients

Turkey – Use diced leftover turkey in this recipe. Other leftover meat options include diced ham or chicken.

Additions – You can add all of the additions or just a few. Celery adds crunch and freshness, dried cranberries add a little sweetness; pecans add a nutty crunch, and green onions add flavor.

Dressing – The base of the dressing is mayonnaise however, you can replace half of the mayo with plain Greek yogurt if you’d like to lighten it up. Creamy coleslaw dressing is another great option.

Variations – If cranberries aren’t available, use raisins or other dried fruits. Grapes and diced apples are great additions, and the nuts can be replaced with Walnuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds can be swapped out for pecans.

How to Make Turkey Salad

1. In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients in the recipe below.
2. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this recipe as you would serve chicken salad and if you have any, cranberry sauce is a great addition!

• Scoop it over lettuce or serve as a lettuce wrap for a low carb lunch.
• Spoon it over crackers for a snack.
• Serve it sandwich style or in a wrap.

Storing Turkey Salad

Keep leftover turkey salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Avoid freezing mayonnaise-based salads as they tend to become grainy once thawed.

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