Thanksgiving Leftover Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• Leftover turkey, cooked and chopped - 2 cups
• Mixed greens (lettuce, arugula, spinach) - 1 bag (5 oz)
• Cranberry sauce - 1/2 cup
• Celery, chopped - 1/2 cup
• Walnuts, chopped - 1/2 cup
• Blue cheese, crumbled - 1/4 cup
• Mayonnaise - 1/4 cup
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

0 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, chopped turkey, cranberry sauce, celery, walnuts, and crumbled blue cheese.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.

Nutritional Information (per serving, approximately 1 cup):

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Fiber: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Colorful and festive
• Refreshing and flavorful
• Perfect way to use up leftover Thanksgiving ingredients

User Comments:

• "This salad is so good! It's the perfect way to use up my Thanksgiving leftovers. The dressing is light and tangy, and the blue cheese adds a nice salty flavor." - Jennifer W.
• "I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests." - Sarah B.
• "This is a great salad for a light and healthy Thanksgiving meal. It's full of flavor and the dressing is perfect." - Mike C.

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have blue cheese, you can substitute crumbled feta or goat cheese.
• To make a vegetarian version, omit the turkey and add extra vegetables, such as roasted butternut squash or sweet potatoes.
• Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.