TURKEY-AND-WATERCRESS SALAD

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Toss together a light but satisfying post-Thanksgiving lunch by teaming leftover turkey and cranberry sauce with peppery watercress and nutty farro for a tasty salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Turkey Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/4 cups farro
1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons white-wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups shredded cooked turkey
2 stalks celery, chopped, plus 1/4 cup leaves
2 cups watercress (from 1 bunch), tough stems removed

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt and farro; cook until tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Drain and let cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together mustard, cranberry sauce, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in oil. Toss farro with turkey, celery, celery leaves, and 1/3 cup dressing. Just before serving, fold in watercress and season with more salt and pepper. Serve, with remaining dressing on the side.

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