Best 4 Quick Fruited Turkey Salad Recipes

"Quick Fruited Turkey Salad" is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a light lunch or a quick weeknight meal. With its combination of juicy turkey, sweet fruits, and creamy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit. Whether you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal or a refreshing and flavorful side dish, this recipe has something for everyone.

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

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

Ingredients

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

TURKEY SALAD RECIPE

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Trust us, you'll have this new recipe memorized in no time.

Provided by Ivy Odom

Time 10m

Yield Serves 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise (such as Duke's)
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup finely chopped celery (¼-inch cubes) (about 2 medium stalks)
¼ cup finely chopped shallot (from 1 shallot)
4 cups shredded (2-inch pieces) cooked turkey breast (1 lb.)

Steps:

Stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Fold in celery and shallot until well combined.
Fold together turkey and mayonnaise mixture in a large bowl until fully coated. Store in an airtight container in refrigerator up to 4 days.

FRUITED TURKEY SALAD

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This salad is perfect for Thanksgiving leftovers. But because it comes together so quickly, you'll want to make it more often. From Prevention® Healthy Cooking.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup Yoplait® Original fat-free plain yogurt or fat-free sour cream
1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 lb cooked skinless turkey breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium celery stalks, chopped
1 apple, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/3 cup dried apricots, sliced
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted

Steps:

In large bowl, stir together yogurt, mayonnaise, thyme, lemon peel and lemon juice. Add turkey, celery, apple and apricots. Toss gently to coat.
Sprinkle with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD

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The winning trio of sliced pineapple, kiwifruits, and papaya means this is not your average bowl of fruit salad. To top off the tropic theme and add a welcome crunch, toasted coconut flakes are sprinkled on top before serving.

Provided by Lauryn Tyrell

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 pineapple, cored and sliced
2 kiwifruits, peeled, halved lengthwise, then sliced into half-moons
1 small papaya, peeled, seeded, and sliced

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°F. Place 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes on a rimmed baking sheet and toast, stirring once, until golden and fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes; let cool.
In a large bowl, toss pineapple and kiwifruits to combine, along with any accumulated juices. Add papaya to mixture and gently toss to combine. Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes; serve.

Tips:

For a quicker and easier version of this salad, use pre-cooked turkey and store-bought dressing. You can also add other fruits and nuts to your liking, such as diced apples, celery, or walnuts.
If you don't have any fresh fruit on hand, you can use frozen or canned fruit instead. Just be sure to drain the canned fruit well before adding it to the salad.
To make a lighter version of this salad, use a low-fat or fat-free mayonnaise. You can also use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
This salad can be served on its own or on top of a bed of lettuce. It's also a great filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

This quick and easy turkey salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover turkey after a holiday meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.