Turkey and Apple Arugula Salad

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
Yield 6 servings
Test Kitchen Approved
This satisfying salad proves that turkey can be enjoyed outside of the holidays. Peppery salad greens, sweet grapes and rich walnuts combine to create a flavor sensation. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
  • SALAD:
  • 4 cups cubed cooked turkey
  • 4 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large apple, chopped
  • 1 cup green grapes, halved
  • 3 cups fresh arugula or baby spinach
  • 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Directions

  1. For dressing, whisk together first 6 ingredients.
  2. Place turkey in a large bowl; sprinkle with seasonings and toss to combine. Stir in apple and grapes. Add arugula and mandarin oranges. Drizzle with dressing; toss lightly to combine.
  3. Sprinkle with walnuts and pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

1-1/2 cups: 354 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 301mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein.

This satisfying salad proves that turkey can be enjoyed outside of the holidays. Peppery salad greens, sweet grapes and rich walnuts combine to create a flavor sensation. —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada
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