Best 7 Leftover Chopped Turkey Salad Recipes

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If you find yourself with some leftover chopped turkey, you may be wondering what to do with it. The good news is that there are many delicious and creative ways to use it up. From salads and sandwiches to soups and casseroles, there is something for everyone. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes for leftover chopped turkey salad, so you can make the most of your leftover turkey and enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal.

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THE BEST LEFTOVER TURKEY SALAD



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Turn your Thanksgiving extras into this quick and easy recipe for The Best Leftover Turkey Salad loaded with fresh veggies.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups chopped leftover turkey
1/2 cup mayonnaise (See Kelly's Notes)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/4 cup sliced scallions
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped turkey, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, sugar, celery, scallions and dill, stirring until well combined.
  • Taste and season the turkey salad with salt and pepper. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 219 mg, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

JONI'S LEFTOVER TURKEY SALAD



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Add a slice of cheese and lettuce and enjoy this turkey salad on moist egg bread or croissants!

Provided by joni

Categories     Salad

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cooked turkey meat, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
1 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon white sugar
¼ cup slivered almonds
¼ cup dried cranberries
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch celery salt, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Mix turkey, mayonnaise, sweet relish, Dijon mustard, and sugar together in a bowl. Fold in almonds and cranberries. Season with salt, pepper, and celery salt. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 387.1 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 63.7 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 368.8 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

CHOPPED TURKEY SALAD WITH GRAPES



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This chopped turkey salad with grapes is a cinch to make with precooked turkey and can be the star of your barbecue or picnic dinner.

Provided by Sher B Garfield

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups cooked turkey, cut into bite-sized chunks, or more to taste
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 medium head Romaine lettuce, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup mixed salad greens
3 stalks celery, sliced
1 small red onion, finely sliced
¾ cup halved seedless red grapes
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 pinch white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup shelled salted peanuts, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Mix cooked turkey, 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, mustard, and red wine vinegar together in a bowl and set aside.
  • Mix Romaine lettuce, salad greens, celery, red onion, grapes, olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large pretty serving bowl and toss to blend.
  • Make a depression in the center of the lettuce mixture in the serving bowl. Mound the chicken mixture in the center and sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 614.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 61.5 mg, Fat 50.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 667.4 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SECRET INGREDIENT LEFTOVER TURKEY SALAD



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I'm a big fan of secret ingredients and my (not-so) secret ingredient for this turkey salad is...sugar! It sounds strange in a savory turkey salad, but it really ups the flavor profile. One taste and I guarantee you'll never go without it. So grab that surplus poultry and get your preferred carb (or crisp lettuce leaf) of choice ready for a turkey salad piled high with lettuce and tomato.

Provided by Kelly Senyei

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups chopped leftover turkey
1/2 cup mayonnaise (see Cook's Note)
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 cup finely diced celery
1/4 cup sliced scallions
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Bread or rolls, lettuce leaves and sliced tomatoes, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped turkey, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, sugar, celery, scallions and dill, stirring until well combined.
  • Taste and season the turkey salad with salt and pepper. Serve immediately in a sandwich with lettuce and tomatoes or on lettuce leaves, if desired, or refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

LEFTOVER TURKEY SALAD



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Start a new tradition with our Leftover Turkey Salad. Full of turkey, veggies and cranberries tossed in a creamy dressing, Leftover Turkey Salad is the perfect way to enjoy the day after a big turkey dinner. Try Leftover Turkey Salad the next time you host the holiday party.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield Makes 4 servings, about 2/3 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup shredded carrots
2 Tbsp. dried cranberries
2 cups chopped cooked turkey

Steps:

  • Combine dressing, vegetables and cranberries in large bowl.
  • Add turkey; mix lightly. Cover.
  • Refrigerate at least 30 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 21 g

BAKED LEFTOVER TURKEY SALAD HOT DISH OR SANDWICH FILLING



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A tasty and easy way to savor the last of the turkey. You can sub any meat ie: chicken, tuna, lobster, crab etc. We do whatever I have in the pantry or what's on sale. This goes over well with any age. Also see Recipe #50087.

Provided by peachez

Categories     Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups cooked turkey, diced
1 cup celery, diced
1/4 cup almonds, toasted, remove skins, chopped
3 teaspoons onions, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon rind, grated and chopped fine
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/4-1/2 cup mayonnaise, to moisten
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated or 1 cup any cheese, of your choice
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
red pepper flakes
Old Bay Seasoning
minced garlic
cilantro, chopped fine
bell pepper, chopped
pimiento, chopped
pineapple, drained and chopped
apple, cored, skinned and chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • In a medium mixing bowl combine turkey through lemon juice. Add mayonnaise to moisten, add cheese and toss lightly. Adjust the salt and black pepper - to taste. Add any options, adjusting to taste.
  • Place mixture in a lightly buttered casserole dish and cover.
  • Bake for 20- 25 minutes or until heated through. Serve hot over biscuits or rice.
  • Or serve cold as a filling for Sterling's Seashell Sandwiches recipe (Recipe #50087).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.6, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 86.7, Sodium 378.5, Carbohydrate 7, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 2.2, Protein 29.8

CHICKEN BACON RANCH SALAD



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I always seem to have leftover cooked chicken. This simple, tasty salad is a great use of your leftover chicken, either white meat, dark meat, or a combination! Romaine lettuce, cooked chicken, avocado, and cherry tomatoes combine with ranch dressing, and everything is topped off with crunchy bacon. Use purchased ranch salad dressing, or stir up one of the buttermilk dressing recipes on the site. Enjoy for a hearty lunch with some crackers, or for dinner, with a crusty bread. This recipe is proportioned for one person, but it's easy to double or triple for your needs.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Chicken Salad

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 leaves romaine lettuce
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
½ cup chopped cooked chicken
½ cup chopped avocado
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons prepared ranch dressing
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Steps:

  • Line a salad plate with small Romaine lettuce leaves.
  • Combine chopped romaine, chicken, avocado, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Add ranch dressing, salt, and pepper, and toss to combine.
  • Serve salad on the prepared plate and top with crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 629.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fat 48.3 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 910.6 mg

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use freshly cooked turkey, and try to chop it into small pieces to ensure an even distribution throughout the salad.
  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to your salad. Some good options include celery, carrots, onions, and cucumbers.
  • Use a light and flavorful dressing to avoid overpowering the salad. Some good options include a vinaigrette or a yogurt-based dressing.
  • If you are using a mayonnaise-based dressing, be sure to use it sparingly to avoid making the salad too heavy.
  • Serve the salad immediately or store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Leftover turkey salad is an easy and delicious way to use up leftover turkey. It is a versatile dish that can be served as a main course, a side dish, or a sandwich filling. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying salad that the whole family will enjoy.

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