**Fruit Turkey Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing**
This delightful dish combines the savory flavors of turkey with the sweetness and crunch of fresh fruit, nuts, and a creamy poppy seed dressing. Perfect for a light and refreshing lunch, dinner, or as a side dish, this salad is sure to be a hit. With variations featuring grapes, apples, and pineapple, there's a flavor combination for everyone to enjoy. The poppy seed dressing adds a tangy, nutty flavor that complements the salad perfectly. You can also add your favorite mix-ins, such as crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, or hard-boiled eggs, to create a truly unique and flavorful salad.
FRUIT WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Cool, colorful and easy to prepare, this refreshing, good-for-you fruit salad is a springtime favorite. -Peggy Mills, Texarkana, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Stir in poppy seeds; let stand 1 hour., In a large bowl, combine fruits. Drizzle with dressing; toss gently to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 51mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRUIT SALAD
This simple, homemade fruit salad recipe is an ideal light, healthy side. With a citrus poppy seed dressing, you'll love its fresh taste!
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Salad
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- If you will not be serving the fruit salad right away, place all of the fruit except the banana in a large serving bowl: strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, kiwi, and grapes.
- In a small bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the dressing: orange zest and juice, lemon zest and juice, honey, vanilla extract, and poppy seeds.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit and with a large spoon, toss gently to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the juices to marry (1 hour is even better). Just before serving, stir in the banana. Sprinkle with fresh mint. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 of 12 (about 1 heaping cup), Calories 126 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 23 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g
HONEY POPPY SEED FRUIT SALAD
This colorful fruit salad with poppy seed dressing pairs well with any morning entree and takes just 10 minutes to assemble. The subtle honey sauce in this salad steals the show. -Dorothy Dinnean, Harrison, AR
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the bananas and berries. In a small bowl, combine the honey, lemon juice and poppy seeds. Pour over fruit and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FRUIT SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Steps:
- Toss grapes, strawberries and blueberries with sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in lime juice, and poppy seeds. Let sit at room temperature for at least 1/2 an hour. Garnish with pistachios and serve.
FRUITED CURRY TURKEY SALAD
You'll love the well-balanced flavors in this quick turkey salad. You can swap out the leftover turkey for chicken and serve it year-round. -Suzanne Kesel, Cohocton, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Stir in the turkey, apple, celery, walnuts and cranberries. Divide salad greens among five serving plates; top with turkey mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calories, Fat 29g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 36g protein.
FRUIT SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Provided by Caroline Belk
Categories Salad Dairy Fruit Ginger Side No-Cook Vegetarian Strawberry Cantaloupe Pineapple Summer Chill Grape Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, ginger, honey, vinegar and poppy seeds in small bowl; whisk to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Combine all fruit in large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour. Serve chilled.
TURKEY FRUIT SALAD
This salad is a great way to use leftover turkey. The fruit makes it refreshing, and the apples and toasted nuts give it a nice crunch. Just serve it with rolls or breadsticks to make a lovely lunch. -Mary Anne Mayberry, Fairmont, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, honey and ginger. Stir in the turkey, oranges, apple, grapes and pineapple. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Sprinkle with pecans just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
WINTER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON POPPYSEED DRESSING
Wonderful salad for the holiday seasons. Great to serve for dinner at home or to take to a family gathering during the holidays.
Provided by Nora LaCroix
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Cranberry Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine sugar, lemon juice, onion, mustard, and salt. Process until well blended. With machine still running, add oil in a slow, steady stream until mixture is thick and smooth. Add poppy seeds, and process just a few seconds more to mix.
- In a large serving bowl, toss together the romaine lettuce, shredded Swiss cheese, cashews, dried cranberries, apple, and pear. Pour dressing over salad just before serving, and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 8.7 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 201.3 mg, Sugar 14.2 g
CHILLED CREAMY POPPYSEED PASTA AND FRUIT SALAD
A perfect addition to any meal, this colorful pasta salad, featuring fresh fruits and creamy poppyseed dressing, is sure to be a hit with the home crowd.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Chicken
Time 50m
Yield Makes 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients.
- Refrigerate 30 min.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 710 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g
FRUITED TURKEY
Have some fruit-filled fun on Thanksgiving with this tasty turkey, or when you're preparing turkey on the grill at a summer get-together. -Tressa Gear, Kaukauna, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h30m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thoroughly wash and dry watermelon. With a sharp knife, cut a thin slice from bottom of watermelon so it lies flat. , Using a small sharp knife, lightly score a horizontal cutting line around middle of the melon, leaving 4 in. on each side of stem end unscored for the head. Next, score a vertical line over top of melon, connecting both ends of the horizontal line. Using a long knife, cut through melon along the vertical cutting line. (Stop cutting at the horizontal cutting line.) Then, cut through the melon along the horizontal cutting line. Gently pull off cut section. , For turkey's head, cut a 2 in. half-circle at top. Make a scalloped edge, using the rounded edge of a 1-in. circle cutter. With a sharp knife, cut along the scalloped lines; discard scrapes. For eyes, insert a clove into the center of each of two cantaloupe balls. Using toothpicks, attach eyes; add a chili pepper wattle., With a vegetable peeler, cut peel from oranges. (Save oranges for another use). Thread grapes, orange peel and remaining cantaloupe balls onto skewers; add to turkey for feathers.
Nutrition Facts :
TURKEY SALAD WITH FRUIT
Delight your guests with a make-ahead turkey salad, an appealingly colorful dinner!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 2h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Wash the salad greens, let drain and refrigerate.
- Cut the turkey into 1/2-inch pieces to measure 2 cups. Thinly slice the celery to measure 1 cup. Peel and cut the green onion into 1/8-inch slices. Drain the orange segments and water chestnuts in a strainer.
- In a large bowl, mix the yogurt and ginger. Stir in the turkey, celery, onion, orange segments, water chestnuts and grapes. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.
- On 4 plates, arrange the salad greens. Top greens with turkey salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g
FRUIT & TURKEY SALAD W/POPPY SEED DRESSING
This is a favorite recipe from "Pillsbury Cool Cooking for Hot Days" issued July '97. We hardly get it on the plates before it's eaten! AND...it's versatile, so change the fruit, greens and dressing however you like!
Provided by Suellen Anderson
Categories Greens
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large bowl, combine all ingredients except salad dressing; toss.
- Just before serving, pour dressing over salad' toss gently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.4, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 27.8, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.4, Protein 8.7
Tips:
- Use a variety of fruits. This will give your salad a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include grapes, apples, celery, pineapple, and walnuts.
- Don't overcook the turkey. Overcooked turkey is dry and tough. Cook it until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Make the poppy seed dressing ahead of time. This will give the flavors time to meld. You can store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will prevent the fruits from getting soggy.
Conclusion:
Fruit turkey salad with poppy seed dressing is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a light and healthy meal, give this salad a try.
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