Description
This Quick Summer Turkey Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish combining tender cooked turkey, crisp salad greens, sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty honey-mustard dressing, it offers a perfectly balanced flavor that’s light yet satisfying, ideal for a quick lunch or a simple summer dinner.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 3 cups cooked turkey, chopped or shredded
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Honey Mustard Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad Base: Place the mixed salad greens into a large salad bowl, creating a fresh and crisp foundation for the salad.
- Add Salad Ingredients: Top the greens with the chopped cooked turkey, sliced strawberries, sliced cucumber, diced avocado, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and sliced almonds to build layers of texture and flavor.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the prepared honey-mustard dressing evenly over the assembled salad ingredients, ensuring balanced coverage.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad until all components are evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and crisp textures at their best.
Notes
- Rotisserie turkey or leftover roasted turkey can be used for convenience and flavor.
- Substitute strawberries with blueberries, peaches, or grapes for variety and seasonal flexibility.
- Add cooked quinoa for a more filling and protein-rich meal.
- Keep the dressing separate if preparing the salad ahead to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
