SMOKED TURKEY SALAD WITH GRAPES, COUSCOUS, AND ARUGULA

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Categories     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 2/3 cups water
1 cup couscous
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
a 3/4-pound piece smoked boneless turkey breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 1/2 cups red seedless grapes, halved
1/4 cup fresh red or pink grapefruit juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed well, spun dry, and cut into thin strips
1 bunch arugula (about 2 cups, packed), washed well and spun dry, coarse stems discarded
2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan bring water to a boil and stir in couscous. Cover pan and let couscous stand 5 minutes. Stir in cumin, parsley, and salt to taste with a fork and cool couscous mixture to room temperature.
  • In a bowl toss turkey, grapes, juices, basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Arrange arugula on 4 dinner plates and divide couscous amoung them. Top couscous with turkey mixture and drizzle any liquid remaining in bowl over salads. Sprinkle salads with walnuts.

Md Gajhi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


marchmello
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I'm not a fan of grapes in salad, but I loved them in this recipe. They added a nice sweetness and crunch.


Yagyaraj Joshi
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This salad is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Tanha Khan
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I'm not a big fan of arugula, so I used spinach instead. It was still really good.


Christina Lee
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


gita thapa
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I made a few substitutions to the recipe and it still turned out delicious. I used quinoa instead of couscous and added some chopped walnuts.


Gary Hatigeva
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


That Crime
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This salad is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing and it's a really impressive dish to serve at a party.


matthew brookhart
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I'm not a huge fan of smoked turkey, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is amazing and the grapes add a nice sweetness.


Iman khan
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber.


Liepa lil
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Anondo Saha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover smoked turkey. It's also a healthy and delicious option for lunch or dinner.


Salim Dhadhoo
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The smoked turkey and grapes add a nice touch of sweetness and smokiness. I'll definitely be making this again.


Joshua Jonea
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The dressing is the perfect balance of tangy and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Satar Sultani
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of flavors. The smoked turkey and grapes were a particularly inspired pairing.


Johanna Fermin
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This smoked turkey salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The grapes add a touch of sweetness, while the couscous and arugula provide a nice crunch. The dressing is light and tangy, and it perfectly complements the other ingredients. I