Best 2 Cranberry Turkey Spinach Salad Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

In the pursuit of a wholesome and flavorful meal, cranberry turkey spinach salad emerges as a delectable choice. Bursting with vibrant colors and textures, this salad offers a delightful symphony of flavors that tantalizes the taste buds. The tangy sweetness of cranberries, the savory richness of turkey, and the earthy freshness of spinach come together in perfect harmony, creating a culinary experience that is both satisfying and nutritious. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing lunch or a hearty and healthy dinner, this cranberry turkey spinach salad is sure to impress with its delectable flavors and ease of preparation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRANBERRY-TURKEY SPINACH SALAD



Cranberry-Turkey Spinach Salad image

Use hors d'oeuvre cutters to cut the cranberry sauce into tiny stars or other shapes to give this salad even more pizzazz. As lovely in the summer as it is for theThanksgiving/Christmas seasons.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Turkey Breasts

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 teaspoons coarsely snipped fresh sage (or tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf sage or dried tarragon, crushed)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
12 cups fresh Baby Spinach
8 ounces cooked turkey breast (thinly sliced or coarsely shredded)
1 medium cucumber, halved lengthwise, seeded if desired, and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
6 medium radishes, thinly sliced
1/2 of a red onion, cut into thin wedges

Steps:

  • Cut jellied cranberry sauce into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Using 1- to 1 1/4-inch cutters, cut 16 designs from the cranberry sauce slices; set aside.
  • For Dressing:
  • Place remaining scraps of cranberry sauce in a blender; add vinegar, sage or tarragon, salt, and pepper.
  • Cover and blend until combined.
  • Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, toss together spinach, turkey, cucumber, radishes, and red onion. Divide among eight serving bowls.
  • Add two of the cranberry cutouts to each serving; drizzle with dressing.
  • Makes 8 (2-cup) main-dish servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.1, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 23.5, Sodium 134.1, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 12, Protein 10.2

TURKEY SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY DRESSING



Turkey Spinach Salad with Cranberry-Raspberry Dressing image

A colorful way to keep celebrating, this dish works as an entree or a side salad. If you don't want to use macadamia nuts, try fried wonton strips.-Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings (2/3 cup dressing).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons raspberry vinegar
2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
SALAD:
8 cups fresh spinach, torn
3 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced, divided
1 cup fresh raspberries, divided
1/2 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
2 cups diced cooked turkey breast
3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the cranberry sauce, vinegar, jam and salt. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate until chilled., To serve, combine the spinach, half of the kiwi, 1/2 cup raspberries and cranberry sauce in a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup dressing; toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter. Arrange the turkey, macadamia nuts and remaining fruit over top; drizzle with remaining dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • For a sweeter salad, use dried cranberries instead of fresh ones.
  • If you don't have any spinach on hand, you can substitute another type of leafy green, such as kale or romaine lettuce.
  • To make a vegetarian version of this salad, omit the turkey and add extra beans or nuts.
  • This salad can be served as a main course or a side dish.
  • For a more flavorful salad, try using a flavored vinegar, such as balsamic or apple cider vinegar, in the dressing.

Conclusion:

This Cranberry Turkey Spinach Salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy leftover turkey. It's packed with fresh spinach, cranberries, pecans, and crumbled feta cheese. The dressing is light and tangy, and it perfectly complements the flavors of the salad. Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit.

Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #30-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #north-american     #healthy     #salads     #poultry     #vegetables     #easy     #dinner-party     #holiday-event     #low-fat     #turkey     #dietary     #christmas     #thanksgiving     #low-sodium     #low-cholesterol     #low-saturated-fat     #low-calorie     #low-carb     #independence-day     #healthy-2     #low-in-something     #meat     #turkey-breasts     #greens     #spinach     #presentation     #served-cold

Related Topics