Description

This Cranberry Pecan Turkey Salad blends irresistible flavors with simple ingredients for a delightful dish! Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner. Enjoy the crunchy pecans and sweet cranberries in a creamy, delightful salad that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress!

Ingredients

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4 cups roast turkey, shredded or chopped
1/2 cup raw pecans, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup red onions, finely chopped
2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tsp lemon zest
1 small clove garlic, minced, optional
1 tsp pure maple syrup, optional
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Prep & chop the turkey into bite-sized pieces
Mix pecans, cranberries, and onions in a bowl
In another bowl, mix yogurt, lemon zest, garlic, maple syrup, salt, and pepper to create dressing
Combine turkey mixture and dressing in one bowl, and gently mix until coated
Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving

Notes

Use leftover turkey or rotisserie chicken for the base.
Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for variation.
Best enjoyed cold; store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 320
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60mg