Indulge in a culinary symphony with our exquisite Cranberry Turkey Spinach Salad, a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. This vibrant salad boasts tender turkey, tangy cranberries, baby spinach, creamy avocado, crunchy walnuts, and a sprinkle of feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty honey mustard dressing. Alongside this main attraction, we present two equally tempting recipes: a refreshing Cranberry Orange Relish and a flavorful Turkey and Avocado Sandwich. These culinary creations promise a delightful journey for your taste buds, making them perfect for any occasion.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY-TURKEY SPINACH SALAD
Use hors d'oeuvre cutters to cut the cranberry sauce into tiny stars or other shapes to give this salad even more pizzazz. As lovely in the summer as it is for theThanksgiving/Christmas seasons.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Turkey Breasts
Time 25m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut jellied cranberry sauce into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
- Using 1- to 1 1/4-inch cutters, cut 16 designs from the cranberry sauce slices; set aside.
- For Dressing:
- Place remaining scraps of cranberry sauce in a blender; add vinegar, sage or tarragon, salt, and pepper.
- Cover and blend until combined.
- Set aside.
- In a large bowl, toss together spinach, turkey, cucumber, radishes, and red onion. Divide among eight serving bowls.
- Add two of the cranberry cutouts to each serving; drizzle with dressing.
- Makes 8 (2-cup) main-dish servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.1, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 23.5, Sodium 134.1, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 12, Protein 10.2
TURKEY SPINACH SALAD WITH CRANBERRY-RASPBERRY DRESSING
A colorful way to keep celebrating, this dish works as an entree or a side salad. If you don't want to use macadamia nuts, try fried wonton strips.-Elizabeth King, Duluth, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (2/3 cup dressing).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the cranberry sauce, vinegar, jam and salt. Cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Refrigerate until chilled., To serve, combine the spinach, half of the kiwi, 1/2 cup raspberries and cranberry sauce in a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup dressing; toss to coat. Transfer to a serving platter. Arrange the turkey, macadamia nuts and remaining fruit over top; drizzle with remaining dressing. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose fresh and ripe cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Use a variety of nuts and seeds for added crunch and flavor.
- Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese, such as goat cheese or blue cheese.
- If you don't have time to make the dressing from scratch, use a store-bought vinaigrette or balsamic dressing.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the turkey and add extra tofu or tempeh.
Conclusion:
Cranberry Turkey Spinach Salad is a delicious and healthy salad that is perfect for a winter meal. It is packed with fresh and flavorful ingredients, and the dressing is light and tangy. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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