Best 4 Turkey Dried Cherry Pasta Salad Recipes

Exotic and flavorful, turkey dried cherry pasta salad is a dish that can be enjoyed year-round, offering a unique blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for potlucks, picnics, or a quick and delicious lunch or dinner. With the tanginess of dried cherries, the savory flavor of turkey, and the creamy texture of pasta, this salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY AND DRIED CHERRY SALAD

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Here's a pleasing main dish salad that rescues the what's for supper question every time.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked gemelli (twist) pasta (8 ounces)
1 1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1 medium stalk celery, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
3 or 4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)
3/4 cup refrigerated poppy seed dressing

Steps:

Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
In large bowl, mix pasta and remaining ingredients except dressing. Pour dressing over mixture; toss until coated. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650, Carbohydrate 70 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 60 mg

TURKEY, DRIED CHERRY PASTA SALAD

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Make and share this Turkey, Dried Cherry Pasta Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Janet Musgrove

Categories Poultry

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups mayonnaise (I use light mayo)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup powdered sugar, to taste
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar (Can be hard to find. Try upscale grocer)
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon poppy seed
1 -2 teaspoon salt (Original recipe calls for 2 t, but I found that to be a little too much for my taste.)
1 lb bow tie pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 ounces cooked turkey, cubed (more may be used)
3 ounces dried cherries (may use 5)
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

Cook pasta, drain,& toss in olive oil.
Cool.
Combine pasta, turkey, cherries, onion, celery,& ¼ c almonds.
Mix in dressing to desired consistency.
Top with other ¼ c almonds.
NOTE: I tried substituting dried cranberries with cherry flavoring, but the flavor is just not the same as the dried cherries!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.8, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 84.7, Sodium 787.9, Carbohydrate 61.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 9.4, Protein 18.5

D'AMICO & SON'S TURKEY WITH DRIED CHERRIES PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)

D'amico & Son's Turkey with Dried Cherries Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by bjnelson55

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

SALAD:
1 pound rotini pasta
1 1/2 to 2 cups cooked, diced turkey breast (smoked is very good in this recipe)
1 cup dried cherries
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 diced celery stalks, diced
1 cup whole toasted almonds
POPPYSEED DRESSING:
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 cups real mayonnaise
2 tablespoonds cold water
2 tablespoonds poppy seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Salad: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Rinse in cold water. Chill. Combine pasta, turkey, dried cherries, onion, celery and almonds. Dressing: Combine powdered sugar and vinegar. Add mayo, water, poppy seeds, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Add to pasta mixture. Toss until pasta is coated with dressing. NOTE: May be refrigerated up to 3 days.

D'AMICO'S DRIED CHERRY PASTA SALAD RECIPE

D'Amico's Dried Cherry Pasta Salad Recipe image

Provided by nlhartman

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

Dressing:
2 c. mayonnaise
2 T. Dijon mustard
1/4 c. powdered sugar
1 oz. champagne vinegar
1 oz. water
1/2 t. black pepper
1/2 t. poppy seeds
2 t. sea salt
Salad:
1 # rotelle pasta
1 T. olive oil
8 oz. sautéed/grilled chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces (may use turkey)
3 oz. dried cherries (may use Craisins that have a cherry flavor)
1/2 c. yellow onion, medium diced
1/2 c. medium diced celery
1/2 c. slivered almonds

Steps:

Mix together all the ingredients for the dressing; set aside. Cook the pasta al dente, drain, toss in olive oil and cool completely. Combine pasta, chicken, cherries, celery, onion and ½ the almonds in a large bowl. Mix in dressing to desired consistency. Taste for salt and adjust if necessary. Transfer to a serving dish and top with the remaining almonds.

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your pasta salad the best flavor. If you can, use fresh herbs, vegetables, and fruit.
Cook your pasta al dente: Al dente pasta will hold its shape better in the salad and won't get mushy.
Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way. Too much dressing will make the salad soggy.
Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and make the salad more refreshing.
Serve the salad with a variety of toppings: This will allow your guests to customize their salads to their liking. Some popular toppings include crumbled bacon, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped nuts.

Conclusion:

Turkey dried cherry pasta salad is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for potlucks, picnics, and summer gatherings. With its sweet and savory flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a light and refreshing meal, give this turkey dried cherry pasta salad a try!