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Turkey Salad With Pesto-Mayo

June 28, 2012 By Renee 16 Comments

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Turkey Salad with Pesto-Mayo

How often do you cook turkey? Is it something you only have at Thanksgiving or during the holidays? I cook it throughout the year. Turkey tenderloins, cutlets, necks (for stock), and the convenient freezer to oven whole ones by Butterball® or Jennie-O are made often. The great thing about cooking a whole turkey is the leftovers. I do love turkey sandwiches. I also make my turkey salad with pesto-mayo when I have my fresh pesto on hand.

Do you know pesto goes well with turkey? I discovered it a few years ago when I was looking for a quick meal. I searched through the pantry and fridge and decided to cook pasta, add turkey pieces, and stir in some pesto. Yummy! After that I looked for recipes with turkey and pesto. I ran across one by Emeril Lagasse on The Food Network website. The recipe inspired me to make turkey salad. I added walnuts for crunch and because I like cranberries and walnuts together.

Turkey Salad with Pesto-Mayo

I made this salad to use the pesto I had. I also had fresh walnuts on hand thanks to California Walnuts. I was excited when they arrived because I do enjoy walnuts very much. They are great for a snack and can be used in many recipes, both savory and sweet. My salad can be served as-is with crackers, on top of a bed of lettuce or salad greens, or in a sandwich. I use whole wheat bread and it makes a very filling and hearty sandwich.

What do you do with your turkey leftovers? Since I make it often I am always looking for new recipes. Something spicy would be nice…

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Turkey Salad With Pesto-Mayo

A recipe for turkey salad made with walnuts, cranberries, and pesto-mayo.
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 people
Author Renee

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon pesto
  • 2 cups roasted turkey chopped
  • 1/4 cup toasted walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise and pesto. In a medium bowl add the turkey, walnuts, cranberries, and pesto-mayo mixture. Stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with crackers, on top of lettuce, or in a sandwich. Refrigerate leftovers.

Recipe Notes

A recipe for turkey salad made with walnuts, cranberries, and pesto-mayo.

Disclaimer: I received the walnuts free of charge from California Walnuts. I was under no obligation to give a positive review. All opinions on this site are my own.

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Comments

  1. Jen @ Juanita's Cocina says

    June 28, 2012 at 8:40 am

    This sounds SO delicious! I have never even considered mixing pesto into a salad like this! YUM!!!!

    Reply
    • Renee says

      June 29, 2012 at 8:37 am

      Thanks Jen! Pesto is great in these type of salads. I hope you give it a try soon.

      Reply
  2. Cindy @ Cindysrecipesandwritings says

    June 28, 2012 at 10:31 am

    I love pesto mayo with turkey or chicken! Its one of the more popular wraps I serve at work!

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    • Renee says

      June 29, 2012 at 8:38 am

      Thanks Cindy!

      Reply
  3. Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says

    June 28, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    Love this! This would be especially great in a croissant sandwich!

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    • Renee says

      June 29, 2012 at 8:39 am

      Oh yes! This salad in a croissant would be fabulous. Great suggestion.

      Reply
  4. Choc Chip Uru says

    June 28, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    A lovely looking salad my friend 😀
    Awesome flavours!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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    • Renee says

      June 29, 2012 at 8:39 am

      Thank you very much!

      Reply
  5. Liz says

    June 28, 2012 at 5:36 pm

    Gosh, what a great idea! I love the thought of either a turkey or chicken sandwich with pesto mayo! FABULOUS!

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    • Renee says

      June 29, 2012 at 8:39 am

      Thanks Liz!

      Reply
  6. DB-The Foodie Stuntman says

    June 28, 2012 at 7:20 pm

    I’ve never paired pesto with turkey but the flavor combination doesn’t surprise me because pesto pairs so well with chicken.

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    • Renee says

      June 29, 2012 at 8:40 am

      Thanks! I hope you will try it soon. Any reason to cook a turkey is a good one.

      Reply
  7. Pam @ The Meltaways says

    June 29, 2012 at 10:25 am

    I also make Turkey all year – I think I have cooked 3 whole and 2 breasts already this year, and we’re deep frying one for the 4th. I hope we have leftovers, because this is calling my name!

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    • Renee says

      June 30, 2012 at 8:26 am

      Thanks Pam! Oh, deep-fried turkey – Yum!

      Reply
  8. Baker Street says

    June 30, 2012 at 2:51 am

    Pesto with Turkey! Mmmmm.. What a delish combination, R! Can’t wait to try out this recipe!

    Reply
    • Renee says

      June 30, 2012 at 8:26 am

      Thanks!

      Reply

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