Best 2 Turkey Cabbage Salad Recipes

Turkey cabbage salad is a classic cold salad that is often served at potlucks, picnics, and other gatherings. It is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer meals. There are many different recipes for turkey cabbage salad, so you can find one that suits your taste. Some recipes include mayonnaise, while others use a vinaigrette dressing. Some recipes also include other ingredients, such as celery, carrots, or hard-boiled eggs. No matter what recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make salad.

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

SPICY CABBAGE SALAD WITH TURKEY AND PEANUTS

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After a heavy meal, we look for recipes that double as a palate cleanser, with spice, zing, and freshness. With some vegetables that, you know, still have some crunch.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories Bon Appétit Thanksgiving leftovers turkey Peanut Cabbage Salad Anchovy Celery Green Onion/Scallion Cilantro

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 medium head of green or savoy cabbage, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
4 oil-packed anchovy fillets, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
4 teaspoons white miso
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 celery stalks, thinly sliced on a diagonal, plus 1/2 cup celery leaves
2 scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced on a diagonal
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced
1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems
1 cup shredded cooked turkey meat
1/3 cup coarsely chopped salted, roasted skin-on peanuts
2 teaspoons black sesame seeds

Steps:

Toss cabbage and 1/2 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Massage vigorously with your hands until cabbage begins to release water and soften, about 2 minutes (this will both season and tenderize the leaves). Drain; set aside.
Mix anchovies, lemon zest, lemon juice, vinegar, soy sauce, miso, and sugar in a large bowl; whisk in oil. Add cabbage, celery and celery leaves, scallions, chile, cilantro, and turkey meat to bowl and toss to combine; season with salt.
Serve salad topped with peanuts and sesame seeds.
Do Ahead
Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Rewhisk before using.

TURKEY CABBAGE SALAD

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Several years ago I took a Chinese cooking class in Phoenix. We prepared favorite local restaurant dishes. This was one of the ones most requested, and it's simple to make.

Provided by Galley Wench

Categories Asian

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/2 lb sliced deli turkey, julliene sliced
2 lbs green cabbage, thinly shredded
3 stalks celery (thinly sliced)
3 green onions (thinly sliced)
1 cup fried chow mein noodles
1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup salad oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (toasted)

Steps:

Dresssing: Mix together salt, pepper, sugar, sald oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame seeds.
In large bowl mix turkey, cabbage, celery and onions.
Pour marinade over mixture (optional: refrigerate for 1-2 hours).
Toss with chowmein noodles immediately before serving.

Tips:

To save time, use a pre-shredded cabbage mix or coleslaw mix.
If you don't have any celery seeds, you can substitute 1/2 teaspoon of caraway seeds or dill seeds.
For a sweeter salad, add 1/4 cup of dried cranberries or raisins.
To add some crunch, top the salad with 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or almonds.
For a more flavorful salad, marinate the turkey in the dressing for at least 30 minutes before assembling the salad.
Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Turkey cabbage salad is a healthy and delicious salad that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover turkey. With its crunchy cabbage, flavorful dressing, and protein-packed turkey, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.