Description
Indulge in our vibrant Turkey Salad, where fresh veggies and tender turkey unite under a zesty dressing. This colorful dish is perfect for picnics, gatherings, or as a wholesome lunch. Its delightful crunch and refreshing flavors will transport you to sunny days filled with laughter and good company. Experience the joy of this easy-to-make salad that’s sure to impress at any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked turkey breast, shredded or diced
- 4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup dressing of choice (balsamic vinaigrette or honey mustard)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the turkey, cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocado.
- In a large bowl, layer your mixed greens as the salad base.
- Add cucumber, cherry tomatoes, avocado, and red onion on top.
- Gently fold in the shredded turkey breast and season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine without squishing the avocado.
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swap turkey for chicken or chickpeas for a vegetarian option. Experiment with dressings like ranch or citrus vinaigrette for different flavors. Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro can elevate taste and presentation.