Made with turkey or chicken, this delicious salad is a favorite among all of my friends and family. I like to make it up and have it in the fridge. It’s great for a snack, a side dish or to have for lunch.
2 cups turkey breast, cut-up
4 cups Romaine lettuce, cut-up
1 large red apple, cut-up
Small can of mandarin oranges
1/4 cup dried cranberries
3 Tbsp unsalted walnuts, chopped
3 kiwi fruit, cut-up
Dressing 1 cup jelled whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 cup frozen orange juice
4 tsp fresh lemon
1 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp mustard
1/2 cup chopped pimiento
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
2 clove garlic, minced
Directions:
1. Combine turkey, apples, cranberries, mandarin oranges and walnuts in medium bowl.
2. In a small bowl mix cranberry sauce and orange juice concentrate.
3. Just before serving mix turkey with dressing.
4. Serve over lettuce and add kiwi slices.
Health Benefits:
Turkey is a low fat, low sodium, choice for protein. It is low in cholesterol, low in sugar and low in calories. Turkey is very heart healthy. The fruits provide antioxidants to fight cancer causing free radicals. Fruit also aids in digestion and provides many of the essential vitamins and nutrients required for a healthy lifestyle.