Thai Turkey Salad Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful twist on classic Thai turkey salad! This Real Simple Magazine-inspired recipe skips the bowl and delivers delicious ground turkey, crisp cucumbers, fresh cilantro, and crunchy peanuts all wrapped in crisp lettuce cups. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a light yet satisfying meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 201.7 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thai Turkey Salad

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How to Make Thai Turkey Salad

  1. Brown 1 lb ground turkey in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add 1/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar to the pan. Cook, stirring frequently, until the liquid has almost evaporated and the sauce slightly thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. In a large bowl, gently toss the cooked turkey with 1/2 cup chopped cucumber, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped peanuts.
  4. Serve immediately in crisp lettuce leaves (butter lettuce or romaine work well). Garnish with extra cilantro and peanuts, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

11g

Carbs

2g