Description
A light and flavorful Turkey Salad Sandwich featuring tender cooked turkey breast combined with crisp celery and shallot, creamy Greek yogurt, tangy Dijon mustard, and bright lemon zest. Enhanced with dried cranberries and fresh parsley, served on soft dinner rolls with lettuce, perfect for a refreshing and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey breast, cubed
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 shallot, minced
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 lemon, juice and zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup parsley, chopped
For Serving
- 12 dinner rolls
- Lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the cubed cooked turkey breast with diced celery and minced shallot. Mix gently to evenly distribute the vegetables throughout the turkey.
- Make the Dressing and Mix: Add Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, fresh lemon juice and zest, salt, and black pepper to the turkey mixture. Carefully fold the ingredients together until the turkey is evenly coated and the flavors are well combined.
- Add Cranberries and Parsley: Gently fold in the dried cranberries and chopped parsley to the salad to add bursts of sweetness and freshness.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice the dinner rolls in half, layer with lettuce leaves, and spoon the turkey salad generously over the bottom halves. Top with the rolls’ upper halves to complete each sandwich.
Notes
- You can substitute mayonnaise for Greek yogurt if preferred, but yogurt adds a tangier, lighter flavor.
- For a lower sodium version, reduce or omit added salt and use low-sodium Dijon mustard.
- Try adding chopped apples or nuts for added texture and flavor.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free rolls for dietary preferences.
- Turkey salad can be chilled for up to 2 days; assemble sandwiches just before serving to keep rolls from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: turkey salad, turkey sandwich, easy sandwich recipe, quick lunch, turkey breast, healthy sandwich
