Creamy Turkey Salad

Creamy turkey salad is a refreshing dish, perfect for a light meal or as a tasty appetizer. Here’s what you’ll need and how to prepare it.

Ingredients

• 200 grams of roasted or boiled turkey breast
• 100 grams of mayonnaise
• 1 stalk of celery
• 1 tablespoon of mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon juice to taste
• Fresh aromatic herbs (for example, parsley or chives), finely chopped
• 1 green apple (optional for added crunchiness)
• Chopped walnuts or almonds (optional for a crispy touch)

Preparation

1. Start by cutting the turkey breast into small pieces or shred it by hand to get a texture that can be easily mixed with the other ingredients.

2. Wash and finely chop the stalk of celery.

3. If you decide to use the apple, dice it into small cubes, making sure to remove the core.

4. In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise and mustard, stirring until you have a uniform cream.

5. Add the turkey, celery, and apple (if used) to the cream of mayonnaise and mustard. Mix gently to avoid crushing the turkey too much.

6. Season with salt, pepper, and a bit of lemon juice to taste. Add the chopped aromatic herbs and nuts or almonds if desired.

7. Mix all the ingredients well, then let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving so that all the flavors can meld together well.

This salad can be served on a bed of lettuce or as filling for a sandwich. It is very versatile and you can enrich it according to your personal tastes.

Curiosity

Turkey salad is a fantastic way to creatively and tastefully use leftover meat. Although this is a simple version, in other cultures, you might find additional ingredients such as grapes, curry, or even pineapple to give an exotic touch to the recipe.