SMOKED TURKEY SALAD WITH GRAPES, COUSCOUS, AND ARUGULA

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Categories     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 2/3 cups water
1 cup couscous
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
a 3/4-pound piece smoked boneless turkey breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 1/2 cups red seedless grapes, halved
1/4 cup fresh red or pink grapefruit juice
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed well, spun dry, and cut into thin strips
1 bunch arugula (about 2 cups, packed), washed well and spun dry, coarse stems discarded
2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and chopped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan bring water to a boil and stir in couscous. Cover pan and let couscous stand 5 minutes. Stir in cumin, parsley, and salt to taste with a fork and cool couscous mixture to room temperature.
  • In a bowl toss turkey, grapes, juices, basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Arrange arugula on 4 dinner plates and divide couscous amoung them. Top couscous with turkey mixture and drizzle any liquid remaining in bowl over salads. Sprinkle salads with walnuts.

Tenoch Martinez
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I'm not sure what I was expecting, but this salad was not it. The flavors didn't really work together and the texture was a bit off. I would not recommend this recipe.


Cece Richardson
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This salad is so easy to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and mixed it up. It's a great last-minute meal.


Simphiwe Mlambo
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I love the combination of flavors in this salad. The smoked turkey is savory, the grapes are sweet, and the arugula is peppery. It's a really well-balanced dish.


Maria Portillo
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover smoked turkey. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


Thato Moses
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I'm not a huge fan of smoked turkey, but this salad is so good that I didn't even notice. The grapes and arugula really balance out the smokiness of the turkey. I'll definitely be making this salad again.


RAYMOND HOOVER
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a good source of protein and fiber. I love that it's so versatile and can be served as a main course or a side dish.


Charles Edmondson
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I'm always looking for new ways to use up leftover smoked turkey and this salad is a great option. It's light and refreshing, and the combination of flavors is delicious.


Cup Cake
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This salad is easy to make and packed with flavor. I love the combination of smoked turkey, grapes, couscous, and arugula. It's a great meal for a summer picnic or potluck.


Jacques Elliott
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! The smoked turkey was flavorful and the grapes and arugula added a nice touch of sweetness and bitterness. The couscous was a great addition and made the salad more filling.


Luiz Fernando
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This salad is a delicious and healthy way to use up leftover smoked turkey. I love the addition of grapes and arugula, which add a nice sweetness and bitterness to the dish. The couscous makes it a more substantial meal.


Sami Saleem
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the fact that it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this salad again for future gatherings.


Michael Mungwala
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This smoked turkey salad is a game-changer! The combination of smoky turkey, sweet grapes, chewy couscous, and peppery arugula is simply divine. I love that it's light and refreshing yet still packed with flavor. It's a perfect summer meal and I'll d