Cranberry Turkey Chicken Salad
A delightful salad that combines leftover turkey or chicken with sweet cranberries, crunchy celery, and creamy dressing, perfect for family gatherings and potlucks.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken or turkey, shredded or chopped 500 g
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries 75 g
- 1/2 cup chopped celery 75 g
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion 40 g
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts 30 g
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise 120 ml
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or Greek yogurt 30 g
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 15 ml
- to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish
- to taste Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Shred or chop cooked chicken or turkey into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, mix the chicken or turkey, cranberries, celery, red onion, and the chopped nuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and fold the ingredients gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy it on a bed of greens, within a sandwich, or with your favorite crackers.
Notes
For extra creaminess, consider adding a bit more mayonnaise or diced avocado. You can also mix in diced apples or grapes for added sweetness and crunch. For a spicy kick, add chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper.