FRUIT & TURKEY SALAD-

FRUIT & TURKEY SALAD

Fresh, colorful, and full of contrast, Fruit & Turkey Salad Recipes are perfect for turning leftover turkey into light, vibrant meals. Sweet fruit, savory turkey, crisp greens, and bold dressings come together in salads that feel fresh—not leftover.

Why Fruit & Turkey Salads Work

Balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy
Ideal for leftover roast or grilled turkey
Great for meal prep & healthy eating
Strong appeal for lunch, brunch, and light dinners

1. Turkey Apple Walnut Salad

Flavor Profile: Crisp, nutty, lightly sweet
Best Greens: Mixed greens or romaine

Key Ingredients

Sliced turkey, apples, walnuts, celery, dried cranberries

Dressing

Apple cider vinaigrette or honey mustard

Tip: Toss apples in lemon juice to prevent browning.

2. Turkey & Grape Salad

Flavor Profile: Classic, creamy, refreshing
Best Greens: Bibb lettuce or spinach

Key Ingredients

Turkey, red grapes, celery, toasted pecans

Dressing

Greek yogurt or light mayo with lemon

Tip: Chill before serving for best flavor.

3. Turkey Mango Avocado Salad

Flavor Profile: Tropical, creamy, bright
Best Greens: Arugula or baby spinach

Key Ingredients

Turkey, ripe mango, avocado, red onion

Dressing

Lime vinaigrette with olive oil and honey

Tip: Add chili flakes for a sweet-heat contrast.

4. Turkey Berry Spinach Salad

Flavor Profile: Sweet-tart and fresh
Best Greens: Baby spinach

Key Ingredients

Turkey, strawberries or blueberries, goat cheese, almonds

Dressing

Balsamic vinaigrette

Tip: Warm turkey slightly for contrast with cold greens.

5. Turkey Citrus Fennel Salad

Flavor Profile: Bright, clean, Mediterranean
Best Greens: Arugula or shaved romaine

Key Ingredients

Turkey, orange segments, grapefruit, fennel

Dressing

Orange vinaigrette with Dijon

Tip: Use supremed citrus for elegance.

6. Turkey Pineapple Salad

Flavor Profile: Sweet-savory island-style
Best Greens: Iceberg or butter lettuce

Key Ingredients

Turkey, pineapple chunks, cucumber, cilantro

Dressing

Light sesame or ginger dressing

Tip: Grilled pineapple adds depth.

Easy Fruit & Turkey Salad Formula

Create endless variations with this ratio:

Protein: 2 cups cooked turkey
Fruit: 1–1½ cups fresh or dried fruit
Greens: 4–6 cups leafy greens
Crunch: nuts, seeds, or celery
Dressing: light vinaigrette or creamy yogurt base

Make-Ahead & Storage Tips

Store components separately for best texture
Dress just before serving
Keeps refrigerated up to 2 days

Fruit & Turkey Salad Recipes are light, flavorful, and endlessly adaptable—perfect for readers looking for healthy, delicious ways to use leftover turkey.

OTHER RECIPES

When it comes to organizing a holiday feast, our family often has larger appetites than our stomachs can accommodate. How about you? I am unsure how we manage this each year, but between my parents and myself, we prepare twice the amount of food that is necessary!

The advantage of over-preparing, of course, is that we enjoy several days of minimal cooking responsibilities due to the abundance of leftovers.

Here is a simple and quick method to utilize some of those turkey leftovers—a . This version includes apples and celery, similar to the traditional Waldorf, but substitutes toasted pecans for walnuts and in place of grapes.

The salad is assembled swiftly with a sweet and tangy .

TURKEY LEFTOVER RECIPE INGREDIENTS

2 cups chopped cooked turkey
1/2 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 Tbsp mayonnaise
1 Tbsp honey
1 tsp grated orange rind
1/8 tsp salt
2 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned lettuce leaves
1 cup fresh strawberries halved
1 small banana, sliced

TURKEY LEFTOVER RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS

Combine turkey and celery; set aside.

Combine yogurt and next 4 ingredients; pour over turkey mixture, and toss gently.

Cover and chill. Arrange orange sections on individual lettuce lined plates.

Just before serving, add strawberries and banana to turkey mixture; toss gently and spoon onto plates. Cool. Enjoy the FRUIT & TURKEY SALAD-!!!

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LATTICE-TOPPED TURKEY PIE

Golden, flaky, and deeply comforting, this Lattice-Topped Turkey Pie is the perfect way to transform leftover turkey into a show-stopping meal. A rich, savory filling loaded with vegetables sits beneath a beautiful lattice crust—ideal for holidays, Sunday dinners, or anytime comfort food cravings hit.

Why Readers Love This Recipe

Elegant lattice crust that looks bakery-made
Perfect for leftover roast turkey
Rich, creamy filling that isn’t heavy
Make-ahead and freezer-friendly

Lattice-Topped Turkey Pie

Yield

Serves 6–8
Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cook Time: 45–50 minutes

Ingredients

Filling

3 tbsp butter
1 small onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken or turkey stock
¾ cup milk or light cream
3 cups cooked turkey, diced or shredded
½ cup frozen peas
1 tsp dried thyme or poultry seasoning
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Crust

2 refrigerated or homemade pie crusts
1 egg + 1 tbsp milk (egg wash)

Optional Add-Ins

Mushrooms, corn, or leftover green beans
Fresh parsley or sage, chopped

Instructions

Prepare the filling
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5–6 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Make the gravy
Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in stock and milk. Simmer until thickened.
Add turkey
Stir in turkey, peas, thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
Assemble the pie
Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
Line a 9-inch pie dish with one crust. Fill with turkey mixture.
Create the lattice top
Cut second crust into ¾-inch strips.
Weave strips over filling to form a lattice. Trim and crimp edges.
Bake
Brush lattice with egg wash.
Bake 45–50 minutes until crust is deep golden and filling is bubbly.
Tent loosely with foil if browning too fast.
Rest & serve
Let pie rest 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Pro Tips for a Perfect Lattice Pie

Chill dough before weaving for clean strips
Cool filling slightly to prevent soggy crust
Bake on a rimmed sheet pan to catch drips

Variations

Turkey Pot Pie Style: Skip lattice, use full top crust
Herb-Forward: Add fresh rosemary or sage
Cheesy Upgrade: Stir in ½ cup sharp cheddar
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free flour and crust

Storage & Freezing

Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days
Freeze unbaked or baked pie up to 2 months
Reheat covered at 175°C / 350°F until hot

This Lattice-Topped Turkey Pie delivers classic comfort with an elegant finish—perfect for turning leftovers into something truly special.

OTHER RECIPES

TURKEY LEFTOVER RECIPE INGREDIENTS

2 cups chopped cooked turkey
1 10 oz. pkg frozen English peas
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup diced celery
1/2 cup soft breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
3 dashes hot sauce
1 (8 oz.) can crescent dinner rolls
2 tsp sesame seeds
radish slices (optional)
fresh parsley (optional)

TURKEY LEFTOVER RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS:

Combine first 10 ingredients; mix well.

Spoon into a 12x8x2 -inch baking dish.

Separate crescent dough into 2 rectangles; press perforations to seal.

Cut into 4 long strips and 4 short strips.

Arrange strips in a lattice design across the top of your casserole.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake at 350 for 35 minutes.

Garnish with radish slices and fresh parsley sprigs, if desired.

Cool. Enjoy the LATTICE-TOPPED TURKEY PIE recipes !!!

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TURKEY-PASTA TOSS

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Leftover turkey doesn’t have to be boring. This Turkey Pasta Toss Recipes collection gives you multiple quick, flavorful ways to transform cooked turkey into satisfying, blog-worthy meals—perfect for post-holiday cooking or easy weeknight dinners.

Why Turkey Pasta Toss Recipes Perform Well

High search demand after holidays
Budget-friendly & meal-prep ready
Endless variations = strong internal linking potential
Ideal for 30-minute meals content

1. Creamy Garlic Turkey Pasta Toss

Flavor Profile: Rich, cozy, family-friendly
Best Pasta: Penne or fettuccine

Key Ingredients

Cooked turkey, garlic, cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning

Quick Method
Sauté garlic in butter → add turkey → stir in cream & stock → toss with pasta and Parmesan.

Pro Tip: Add spinach at the end for color and nutrition.

2. Lemon Herb Turkey Pasta Toss

Flavor Profile: Fresh, light, Mediterranean
Best Pasta: Linguine or spaghetti

Key Ingredients

Olive oil, garlic, turkey, lemon zest, parsley, basil

Quick Method
Warm turkey in olive oil and garlic → toss with pasta, lemon juice, herbs, and pasta water.

Pro Tip: A squeeze of lemon makes leftover turkey taste freshly roasted.

3. Turkey Pasta Primavera Toss

Flavor Profile: Bright & veggie-forward
Best Pasta: Farfalle or rotini

Key Ingredients

Broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper, peas, turkey, Parmesan

Quick Method
Sauté vegetables → add turkey and stock → toss with pasta and cheese.

Pro Tip: Keep vegetables tender-crisp for true primavera texture.

4. Pesto Turkey Pasta Toss

Flavor Profile: Bold, herby, crowd-pleasing
Best Pasta: Fusilli or gemelli

Key Ingredients

Basil pesto, turkey, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls

Quick Method
Toss warm pasta with pesto → fold in turkey and tomatoes → finish with cheese.

Pro Tip: Loosen pesto with pasta water for silky coating.

5. Turkey Alfredo Pasta Toss

Flavor Profile: Classic comfort
Best Pasta: Fettuccine

Key Ingredients

Butter, garlic, cream, turkey, Parmesan

Quick Method
Make Alfredo sauce → add turkey → toss with pasta until coated.

Pro Tip: Use dark-meat turkey for richer flavor.

6. Spicy Turkey Pasta Toss

Flavor Profile: Bold, smoky heat
Best Pasta: Rigatoni

Key Ingredients

Olive oil, garlic, turkey, chili flakes, tomato sauce

Quick Method
Sauté garlic and chili → add turkey and sauce → toss with pasta.

Pro Tip: Finish with chili oil for restaurant-style heat.

Make-It-Your-Way Sauce Base Formula

Use this ratio for endless variations:

Fat: 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Aromatics: garlic, onion, herbs
Liquid: ¾ cup stock or cream
Protein: 2 cups cooked turkey
Finish: cheese, lemon, herbs

Storage & Reheating Tips

Store up to 3 days refrigerated
Reheat gently with a splash of stock or milk
Avoid microwaving too long to prevent dry turkey

Turkey Pasta Toss Recipes are fast, flexible, and ideal for turning leftovers into crave-worthy meals readers will save and share.

OTHER RECIPES

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TURKEY LEFTOVER RECIPE INGREDIENTS

2 medium carrots
3/4 cup unsweetened orange juice
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 Tbsp salt
1/2 tsp dried whole basil
3/4 lb cooked turkey breast, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
8 cups water
1/2 (8 oz) package fettuccine
2 oz fresh snow peas - trimmed
1 cup small fresh mushrooms
8 cherry tomatoes, halved
1 Tbsp margarine

TURKEY LEFTOVER RECIPE INSTRUCTIONS
Cut carrots in half lengthwise; scrape halves into long strips, using a vegetable peeler; cut into 2-inch pieces,
set aside. Combine orange juice & next 3 ingredients in as small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in turkey; cook 1 minute. Set aside.
Bring 8 cups water to a boil in a large dutch oven; add fettuccine & cook 7 minutes or until tender. Add carrot
strips & snow peas; cook 30 seconds. Drain well, and return to dutch oven.
Add turkey mixture, mushrooms, & remaining ingredients to fettuccine mixture; toss gently. Serve warm.
The turkey leftover recipe is ready to serve...enjoy !
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VIDEO:

TURKEY LEFTOVER PASTA PRIMAVERA

Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavor, this Turkey Leftover Pasta Primavera is the perfect way to reinvent leftover turkey into a light yet satisfying meal. Loaded with seasonal vegetables and tossed in a silky Parmesan sauce, it’s comfort food with a fresh twist.

Why This Recipe Works

Uses leftover turkey without tasting like leftovers
Packed with fresh vegetables & color
Ready in under 30 minutes
Flexible: creamy or olive-oil–based