Best 9 Wild Rice And Smoked Turkey Salad Recipes

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In this culinary adventure, we embark on a journey to craft two tantalizing dishes that showcase the unique flavors of wild rice and smoked turkey. Our first creation is a hearty Wild Rice and Smoked Turkey Salad, a symphony of textures and tastes that will delight your palate. This salad features perfectly cooked wild rice, tender smoked turkey, crisp celery, crunchy walnuts, and a tangy dressing that brings all the elements together. As a delightful accompaniment, we'll also guide you through the steps of preparing a delectable Smoked Turkey and Wild Rice Soup, a comforting and flavorful broth that's perfect for a cozy meal. With its smoky turkey, tender wild rice, and an array of vegetables, this soup is sure to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the delightful world of wild rice and smoked turkey!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE-WILD RICE SALAD WITH SMOKED TURKEY



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For picnics and potlucks, we make a salad of smoked turkey, wild rice and dried cherries. The citrus dressing is refreshing and light. -Sharon Tipton, Casselberry, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (2-3/4 ounces each) quick-cooking wild rice
1/2 pound deli smoked turkey, cubed (about 1-3/4 cups)
1 cup orange sections
1 celery rib, chopped
1/3 cup dried cherries
DRESSING:
6 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook wild rice according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool completely., Add turkey, oranges, celery and cherries to cooled rice. In a small bowl, whisk dressing ingredients. Pour over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 678mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

WILD RICE AND SMOKED TURKEY SALAD



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Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/2 to 4 cups cooked wild rice (see recipe)
1 pound smoked turkey or chicken, cut into bite-size cubes, about four cups
2 medium-size unblemished avocados, pitted, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 to 12 bottled sun-dried tomatoes in oil, optional
3/4 cup finely diced onion
1/4 cup red-wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Put the wild rice in a mixing bowl, let cool and add the smoked poultry.
  • Prepare the avocados and sprinkle with lemon juice to prevent discoloration. Add the cubes to the mixing bowl. Add the tomatoes, onion, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper and parsley. Toss to blend and serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 295, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 417 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

SMOKED TURKEY WITH WILD RICE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 6h20m

Yield Forty eight 16-ounce servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 whole smoked turkey
6 ounces chicken base
4 ounces liquid smoke
8 red peppers
4 ribs celery
2 carrots
2 onions
1 pound wild rice
1 1/2 pounds butter
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon white pepper ground
12 cups half-and-half

Steps:

  • For the stock: Remove the skin from the turkey. Remove the meat from the bones, cut the meat into a medium dice and reserve for later use. Place the bones in a large stock pot. Add 3 gallons water, the chicken base and liquid smoke. Simmer for 4 hours then strain through cheesecloth. Cool and then skim off the fat from the top of the liquid.
  • For the soup: Roast the red peppers. Place the peppers under the broiler until the skins become charred. Then place the peppers in a container and cover with a lid. Sweat the peppers until the skin peels off easily. Remove the skin and seeds. Dice the peppers, celery, carrots and onions. Set aside.
  • Cook the wild rice in 8 cups water for approximately 1 hour.
  • To assemble, melt the butter in large pot. Add the diced carrots, celery and onions. Cook for 5 minutes. Add the flour and cook another 5 minutes. Add the 3 gallons of turkey stock and simmer about 15 minutes. Place in a blender and puree the vegetables. Put the puree back into the pot and add the diced turkey, roasted peppers and rice. Stir in the half-and-half.
  • Serve while hot.

CURRIED SMOKED CHICKEN AND WILD RICE SALAD



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Leafy Green     Rice     Mango     Curry     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 20

For the dressing
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
3 tablespoons bottled mango chutney
2/3 cup olive oil
3/4 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons water
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh coriander
For the wild rice mixture
2 1/2 cups wild rice, rinsed
6 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 bunch of scallions including the green part, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup golden raisins
6 whole smoked boneless chicken breast
3 cups mâche (lamb's-lettuce), washed well and spun dry

Steps:

  • Make the dressing:
  • In a blender or food processor blend the garlic, the vinegar, the lemon juice, the curry powder, the chutney, and salt and pepper to taste until the mixture is smooth. With the motor running add the oil in a stream, add the sour cream and the water, adding additional water if necessary to reach the desired consistency, and blend the dressing until it is combined well. Transfer the dressing to a small bowl and stir in the coriander. The dressing may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled.
  • Make the wild rice mixture:
  • In a large heavy saucepan combine the wild rice with the water and the salt and simmer it, covered, for 45 to 50 minutes, until it is tender and all the water is absorbed. Transfer the wild rice to a large bowl and add the vinegar, the oil, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss the mixture well and let it cool completely. The wild rice mixture may be prepared up to this point 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled. Stir in the scallions and the raisins.
  • Cut the chicken into 3/4-inch pieces. Spoon the wild rice mixture onto one side of a large shallow serving dish, arrange the chicken on the other half, and arrange the mâche decoratively down the middle. Serve the dressing separately. (Alternatively, the wild rice mixture, the chicken, and the dressing may be tossed together in a large serving bowl and garnish with the mâche.)

WILD RICE TURKEY SALAD



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I tasted a wonderful wild rice and chicken salad at a restaurant during a stay at our cabin, so I developed this recipe using turkey when I returned home.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6-7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cooked wild rice
3 cups cubed cooked turkey
1/3 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup chopped celery
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained and halved
2/3 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1 cup cashews, divided
1 cup halved seedless red grapes

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, turkey, onions, celery and water chestnuts. Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, pepper and dill; pour over salad and gently stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Coarsely chop 3/4 cup cashews. Just before serving, stir the grapes and chopped cashews into salad. Garnish with remaining cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Fat 35g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 661mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

TURKEY AND WILD RICE SALAD



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I often make a wild rice salad for Thanksgiving; with leftover turkey, it lasts for several days afterward. It's one of my favorite post-Thanksgiving meals. If you have other vegetables on hand, add them to the salad, too.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, salads and dressings

Time 1h

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 1/2 cups turkey or chicken stock, or water
Salt
1 cup wild rice
2 cups shredded or diced turkey
2 stalks celery, thinly sliced
6 mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley, or a mixture of parsley and herbs such as tarragon, dill, marjoram and chives
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or champagne vinegar
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, finely minced or pureed
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons walnut oil

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 3 1/2 cups of the stock or water to boil. Add salt to taste and the wild rice. When the water returns to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 40 to 45 minutes until the rice is tender and has begun to splay. Taste the rice to make sure it's tender; if so, drain and transfer to a large bowl. Add the remaining salad ingredients, except the pomegranate seeds.
  • While the rice is cooking, make the dressing. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, salt to taste, mustard and garlic. Whisk in the oils, taste and adjust seasonings. Toss with the warm rice and the remaining salad ingredients. Arrange the pomegranate seeds on top, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 622, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 49 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 736 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

WILD RICE SALAD



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Easy to make and tastes wonderful. You can use either turkey or chicken. You can serve it plain, on salad greens, or in a pita. Very versatile. If in season, try substituting black cherries for the grapes.

Provided by GINNYKAE

Categories     Salad     Grains     Rice Salad Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (6 ounce) package wild rice
¾ cup light mayonnaise
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon white sugar
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups cooked, cubed turkey meat
¼ cup diced green onion
1 cup seedless red grapes
6 ounces blanched slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir in rice, turkey, onion and grapes until evenly coated with dressing. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Before serving, sprinkle slivered almonds over the top of the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.2 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 138.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

WILD RICE AND SMOKED TURKEY SALAD



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Haven't tried this yet. Got it from a Hannaford magazine, and the cashier told me that it was delicious. Just takes awhile.

Provided by Abbs lt3

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 2/3 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup wild rice, rinsed well
1 cup red seedless grapes, sliced in 1/2
1/3 cup brown jasmine rice, rinsed well
8 ounces smoked turkey, shredded
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup Italian parsley, finely chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 avocados, pitted and diced
1/2 cup sliced almonds, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Place in water in a large pot to boil. Add wild rice, brown rice, 1/2 tsp salt, and let return to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 45 minute Drain leftover water. Transfer rice to a shallow bowl and set aside to cool.
  • Add grapes, smoked turkey, and parsley. Stir well.
  • Place vinegar, oil, and remaining salt in a small bowl. and whisk. Pour over rice mixture. Before serving, add avocado and almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585.9, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 23.8, Sodium 1121, Carbohydrate 52.5, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 8.8, Protein 19.9

SMOKED TURKEY AND WILD RICE SALAD



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Make and share this Smoked Turkey and Wild Rice Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3/4 cups water
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup brown rice
1/3 cup wild rice, rinsed and drained
8 ounces smoked turkey breast, cut into bite-size pieces
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1/4 cup pitted dates, snipped
2 medium pears or 2 medium apples, cored and chopped
1/3 cup frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons snipped fresh tarragon (or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon, crushed)
lettuce leaf

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the water, salt, and pepper to a boil.
  • Stir in brown rice and wild rice; return to boiling.
  • Lower heat and simmer, covered, for about 45 minutes or until rices are tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Let stand, covered for 5 minutes.
  • Add in smoked turkey, celery, green onions, and dates; cover and refrigerate for 2-6 hours.
  • Before serving, stir in pears or apples into rice mixture; season to taste with salt/pepper.
  • To make dressing: mix together the apple juice concentrate, vinegar, and tarragon.
  • Drizzle dressing over rice mixture; toss to coat.
  • Serve on lettuce lined plates or bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.8, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 26.9, Sodium 745.9, Carbohydrate 60.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 25.2, Protein 16.6

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your salad shine. Look for wild rice that is plump and firm, smoked turkey that is moist and tender, and vegetables that are crisp and colorful.
  • Cook the wild rice properly: Wild rice takes longer to cook than white or brown rice, so be sure to follow the package directions carefully. Rinse the rice well before cooking to remove any excess starch.
  • Let the salad cool completely before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the salad to hold together better.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or chopped nuts: This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This wild rice and smoked turkey salad is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for lunch or dinner. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is a great way to use up leftover turkey. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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