Piquant Turkey Wild Rice Salad No Mayo Recipe

Craving a healthy and flavorful lunch or dinner? This Piquant Turkey & Wild Rice Salad is the perfect solution! Packed with protein-rich turkey, hearty wild rice, and vibrant veggies, this recipe is low in sodium and surprisingly easy to make. We've swapped out the usual mayo for a zesty balsamic vinaigrette, creating a light and refreshing salad that's perfect for warm weather or a quick weeknight meal. Customize it with your favorite beans (or even snow peas for extra crunch!) and control the fat content by using all breast meat. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this delicious and healthy twist on a classic!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 448 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Piquant Turkey Wild Rice Salad No Mayo

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How to Make Piquant Turkey Wild Rice Salad No Mayo

  1. Cook 1 cup wild rice and 1/2 cup barley according to package directions (approximately 30-45 minutes). Set aside to cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups cooked turkey (a mix of breast and dark meat for extra flavor, or all breast for lower fat), 1/2 cup cooked wild rice and barley, 1/2 cup canned kidney beans (rinsed and drained), 1/4 cup chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, whisk together 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (check sodium content!), and a pinch of salt (optional, to taste).
  4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

13g

Carbs

16g