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Left Over Turkey Salad with Pomegranate and Dairy-Free Ranch

This super easy leftover turkey salad with pomegranate and dairy-free ranch is the perfect post-Thanksgiving dish! This light romaine salad perfectly complements the savory flavors of your leftover turkey. Don’t let your Thanksgiving dinner go to waste - there are so many ways to make fresh meals out of your leftovers!
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Meat Dishes
Allergy: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free
Servings: 2
Calories: 631kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups turkey, cooked & chopped
  • 8 oz romaine lettuce, chopped
  • ½ cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1 Tbsp red onion, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp dried cranberries
  • 2 Tbsp red bell pepper, chopped

Dairy-Free Ranch

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp chives
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 3 Tbsp almond milk

Instructions

  • Whisk together dressing ingredients and set aside. (Dairy-Free Ranch can stand in refrigerator for up to 4 days sealed.)
    ½ cup mayonnaise, 1 Tbsp fresh dill,, 1 tsp chives, 1 clove garlic,, 1 tsp lemon juice,, 3 Tbsp almond milk
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  • Combine cooked + chopped turkey, romaine lettuce, pomegranate, red onion, cranberries, and bell pepper in a salad bowl.
    2 cups turkey,, 8 oz romaine lettuce,, ½ cup pomegranate seeds, 1 Tbsp red onion,, 2 Tbsp dried cranberries, 2 Tbsp red bell pepper,
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  • When ready to serve, mix salad with ranch dressing.
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Notes

  • Ranch can be made ahead of time, and stored in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve the salad. 
  • Romaine lettuce also be substituted for arugula or other mixed greens. 
  • Don't mix the salad until ready to eat. 

Nutrition

Calories: 631kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 27g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 657mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 10298IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 2mg