Best Turkey Melon Pasta Salad Recipes

D'AMICO & SON'S TURKEY WITH DRIED CHERRIES PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.5/5)

D'amico & Son's Turkey with Dried Cherries Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by bjnelson55

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

SALAD:
1 pound rotini pasta
1 1/2 to 2 cups cooked, diced turkey breast (smoked is very good in this recipe)
1 cup dried cherries
1 medium yellow onion, diced
4 diced celery stalks, diced
1 cup whole toasted almonds
POPPYSEED DRESSING:
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
2 cups real mayonnaise
2 tablespoonds cold water
2 tablespoonds poppy seeds
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Salad: Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Rinse in cold water. Chill. Combine pasta, turkey, dried cherries, onion, celery and almonds. Dressing: Combine powdered sugar and vinegar. Add mayo, water, poppy seeds, salt and pepper. Whisk to combine. Add to pasta mixture. Toss until pasta is coated with dressing. NOTE: May be refrigerated up to 3 days.

TURKEY TWIST PASTA SALAD

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This is from Macy's Market Place. It is a favorite summer pasta salad. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do...

Provided by MN Chaser

Categories Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 1/2 Cup, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 lb rotini pasta
1/2 lb cooked turkey breast
2 small cucumbers, halved, seeded and chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black olives, slices
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup Italian dressing
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package.
Make dressing.
Add cooked pasta, olives and veggies.
Chill and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.2, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 16.6, Sodium 627.9, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 3.5, Protein 9.3

TURKEY CLUB PASTA SALAD WITH LEMON-BASIL DRESSING

Turkey Club Pasta Salad with Lemon-Basil Dressing image

For a quick meal, try this contemporary salad version of the classic sandwich.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 2h25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 package (7 ounces) small pasta shells
1 1/2 cups fully cooked smoked turkey, cut into 1x1/4-inch strips
1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese (4 ounces)
1 large tomato, chopped (1 cup)
6 slices bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled
3/4 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

Mix all ingredients for Lemon-Basil Dressing.
Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain.
Mix pasta, dressing and remaining ingredients in large bowl. Cover and refrigerate 1 to 2 hours to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg

TURKEY AND PASTA RANCH SALAD

Turkey and Pasta Ranch Salad image

This easy pasta salad is loaded with fresh veggies, and the classic ranch dressing makes it appealing to kids. -Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked whole wheat spiral pasta (about 5 ounces)
2 medium sweet peppers, chopped
1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1 yellow summer squash, thinly sliced
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
2 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup peppercorn ranch salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well., Place pasta, vegetables, turkey and parsley in a large bowl; toss with dressing and salt. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 383mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOKED TURKEY PASTA SALAD WITH CHEDDAR AND HARDBOILED EGGS

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Toss penne with smoked turkey, sharp Cheddar, hard-boiled eggs and a creamy lemon dressing.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
8 ounces dried penne
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar
1 cup diced smoked turkey
2 hardboiled eggs, chopped
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup thinly sliced celery

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together in a large bowl.
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package directions. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Add to the bowl with the dressing.
Add the Cheddar, turkey, eggs, carrots and celery to the bowl and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. The pasta salad is best if served right away.