Pioneer Woman Turkey Salad Recipe

This easy Pioneer Woman Turkey Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish perfect for any meal. Made with simple ingredients like turkey, walnuts, and cranberries, it’s quick to prepare and versatile. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature, in lettuce cups, on bread, or with crackers.

Ingredients Needed

• 1/4 cup walnuts (about 1 oz)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup plain whole milk yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 teaspoons light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• A few dashes of hot sauce (optional)
• 2 cups shredded or chopped cooked turkey
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1/2 firm apple (such as Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp), cored and cubed
• 1/2 small red onion, chopped
• Lettuce, bread, or crackers, for serving

How To Make Turkey Salad Recipe

1. Roast the walnuts: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and spread the walnuts on a baking sheet. Roast for 7 to 9 minutes, until fragrant and lightly golden. Let cool, then coarsely chop.
2. Prepare the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and hot sauce (if using).
3. Combine the salad: Add the shredded turkey, dried cranberries, parsley, celery, apple, onion, and chopped walnuts to the dressing. Toss well to combine.
4. Serve: Serve the turkey salad chilled or at room temperature, in lettuce cups, on a sandwich, or with crackers.

Recipe Tips

• Toast the walnuts: Roasting the walnuts enhances their flavor and gives them a crunchy texture. Don’t skip this step – it adds extra richness to the salad.
• Use a firm apple: Choose apples like Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp, as they hold up well in the salad. Softer apples may become mushy and lose their crunch.
• Chill before serving: Let the turkey salad chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld together for a tastier dish.
• Adjust the dressing to taste: If you prefer a tangier or sweeter salad, feel free to add a little more vinegar or brown sugar. Taste and adjust the dressing to your liking.
• Add a bit of hot sauce: If you like a little spice, don’t forget the hot sauce. Just a few dashes can bring an exciting kick to the flavor without overpowering the salad.

How To Store Leftovers

Place leftovers turkey salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 252
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Cholesterol: 74 mg
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Potassium: 370 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 2 g
• Dietary Fiber: 0 g
• Sugars: 2 g

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