SPINACH AND TURKEY SALAD

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Turkey or chicken transforms this classic spinach salad (minus the bacon) into a light main dish, welcome after Thanksgiving and before the rest of the holiday season feasting begins.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, salads and dressings

Time 5m

Yield Serves 4 as a main dish

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups (12 ounces) shredded cooked turkey, chicken breast or chicken breast tenders
1 6-ounce bag baby spinach
6 white or cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 cup cooked wild rice
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
1 to 2 hard boiled eggs (to taste), finely chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped chives
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, tarragon or marjoram
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, tarragon vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small garlic clove, pureed
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt

Steps:

  • Combine all of the salad ingredients in a large salad bowl. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, garlic, olive oil and yogurt. Toss with the salad just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 384, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 539 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Ms Ramzan5528
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This salad is okay, but it's not my favorite. I think there are better recipes out there.


Amanda Almanza
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Benita Raii
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This salad is not worth the effort. It's just a bunch of boring ingredients thrown together.


Draven Florea
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The turkey is dry and tasteless. I would recommend using a different type of protein.


blake Coleman
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The dressing is too thick and heavy. It overpowers the salad.


Foday Abu Bakarr Sillah
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This salad is a bit bland. I think it needs more seasoning.


Jephthah Ernest
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I love this salad! It's so flavorful and healthy. I always feel good after eating it.


Safe Nomad
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This is a great salad for a light lunch or dinner. It's also very easy to make, which is always a plus.


Unwana Ekong
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This salad is so refreshing and healthy. I love the combination of spinach, turkey, and cranberries. The dressing is also very light and flavorful.


James Mugai
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect! It was easy to make and transport, and it held up well in the heat. Everyone loved it!


Mira Aburajab
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This salad was delicious! The spinach was fresh and crisp, the turkey was tender and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice tartness. The dressing was also very good, with just the right amount of sweetness and tang.


emmanuel honey
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are so fresh and vibrant, and the dressing is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe!


MD JAHIDUL
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the combination of spinach, turkey, and cranberries. The dressing was also a perfect complement to the salad. I will definitely be making this again.