Mandarin Turkey Salad Recipe

Brighten your lunch or dinner with this vibrant Mandarin Turkey Salad! Easy to make in just 5 minutes, this recipe combines juicy turkey with crunchy water chestnuts, celery, and mandarin oranges for a refreshing and satisfying meal. Perfect for a light lunch, a quick weeknight dinner, or a potluck contribution.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 492.3 kcal
Protein 69g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Mandarin Turkey Salad

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mandarin Turkey Salad

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How to Make Mandarin Turkey Salad

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups cooked turkey (diced), 1/2 cup water chestnuts (sliced), 1/2 cup celery (finely chopped), 1/4 cup green onion (thinly sliced), 1/2 cup green bell pepper (diced), and 1/2 cup hard-boiled eggs (chopped).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons orange juice.
  3. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the turkey mixture. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all ingredients are coated.
  4. Serve the salad on a bed of fresh leaf lettuce. Garnish with 1/2 cup mandarin orange segments and 1/4 cup slivered almonds for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

22g

Carbs

10g