TURKEY CURRY SALAD

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I love to serve this at a nice luncheon (think bridal shower, etc.) or for dinner when it's too stinkin' hot to cook. This salad has it all; it's cool and refreshing, crunchy and spicy, sweet and salty, light and yet filling.

Provided by Christine Bergman

Categories     Salads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 c slivered almonds
1 lb deli turkey, cut in 1/2 thick slices
1/2 c diced celery
3 c fresh red seedless grapes
1 can(s) pineapple tidbits
1 can(s) water chestnuts, sliced
2 green onions
1/3 c light mayonnaise
2 Tbsp lemon juice
2 tsp curry powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • 1. Toast almonds in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until lightly browned. Remove from pan to cool.
  • 2. Cut turkey into bite-sized cubes.
  • 3. Wash and dry grapes.
  • 4. Drain pineapple and water chestnuts.
  • 5. Slice green onions thinly.
  • 6. Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, cayenne pepper, and Cilantro.
  • 7. Mix dressing with salad ingredients and serve salad in an attractive serving bowl. You may chill the salad for 1 to 4 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers immediately.

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