Turkey & Fruit Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines savory smoked turkey or chicken with the sweetness of mandarin oranges, raisins, and pineapple. The crisp texture of iceberg lettuce contrasts beautifully with the soft fruits and creamy ranch dressing. This cheerful and colorful salad is ideal for luncheons, church gatherings, or summer potlucks. It strikes a perfect balance between light and satisfying, and its use of canned fruits makes it a convenient and timeless choice.
Ingredients
- 16 oz iceberg lettuce (chopped)
- 11 oz mandarin oranges (drained)
- 4 oz smoked turkey ( or cooked chicken, cut into ½" slices)
- ½ cup golden seedless raisins
- ½ cup ranch salad dressing
- 20 oz pineapple slices (drained and halved)
Instructions
Step 1: Combine Salad Base
- Toss together chopped lettuce, drained mandarin oranges, turkey or chicken slices, and raisins in a large bowl.
Step 2: Add Dressing
- Pour in the ranch dressing and mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 3: Garnish & Serve
- Arrange halved pineapple slices around the edge of the salad for presentation. Serve chilled.
Tips
- Substitute grilled chicken for turkey if preferred
- Use low-fat or light ranch dressing to reduce calories
- Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor
- Add sliced celery for extra crunch
- Swap raisins for dried cranberries or chopped dates
- Serve on chilled plates for summer gatherings
- Use fresh mandarin segments instead of canned when in season
- Add toasted walnuts for texture (optional)
- Serve as a wrap filling with lettuce leaves
- Excellent make-ahead dish for potlucks
Nutrition
Calories: 242kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 198mgPotassium: 443mgFiber: 4gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 790IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 1mg
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