TURKEY-MELON PASTA SALAD

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Bow tie pasta, turkey and watermelon combine in this breezy summer salad from R. Jean Rand of Edina, Minnesota. It has a sweet-tart taste would pair well with tall glasses of lemonade or iced tea for an outdoor patio lunch.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast
1-1/2 cups diced seedless watermelon
1/2 cup sliced celery
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1/4 cup fat-free plain yogurt
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-3/4 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the turkey, watermelon, celery and onion; set aside. , In a small bowl, whisk the yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice and sugar until smooth. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; stir into turkey mixture. Drizzle with the yogurt mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48 mg cholesterol, Sodium 113 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23 g carbohydrate, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 20 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ch Ahad Ch Ahad
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I would not recommend this pasta salad.


Mate Belusic
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I found this pasta salad to be a bit bland.


Daudi Kazungu
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This pasta salad is a little too sweet for my taste.


Rachel LaBastide
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I used a different type of melon in this pasta salad and it turned out just as good.


Fhumulani Mapholi
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I added some chopped walnuts to this pasta salad and it gave it a nice crunchy texture.


Meraj Islam
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This pasta salad is a great make-ahead dish. I made it the night before and it was even better the next day.


David Senteu
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pasta salad turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Javedali Javedalibehramani
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This is one of my favorite pasta salad recipes. It's so refreshing and flavorful.


Anthony Tobi
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I've made this pasta salad several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their fruits and veggies.


Mina akter
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This pasta salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. It's easy to make and transport, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


M“ì gaming
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I love the creamy dressing in this pasta salad. It's so rich and flavorful.


DEDSEC OJ
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I always have a lot of turkey after Thanksgiving and this is a great way to use it up.


Natalia Abra
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I'm not usually a fan of melon in savory dishes, but this pasta salad changed my mind. The melon added a subtle sweetness that balanced out the salty turkey and tangy dressing.


Bivek Majhi
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I made this pasta salad for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Nafij Islam
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The melon added a refreshing twist to the traditional pasta salad.


Dev Sankar
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This pasta salad was a hit at my summer BBQ! The sweet melon and salty turkey paired perfectly, and the creamy dressing brought it all together. I'll definitely be making this again.