Turkey, Mandarin and Poppy Seed Salad

Wild Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)

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According to the National Turkey Federation (www.eatturkey.com ), this recipe was No. 1 on their website in 2009 for using turkey leftovers. It's a great use of turkey year round, too. If you don't have red leaf lettuce, use whatever lettuce you like or have on hand. You can also use fresh oranges or clementines in place of the canned mandarin oranges. Makes 4 servings.

 

• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 1-1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1-1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds
• 1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 5 cups red leaf lettuce, washed, dried, chilled and torn
• 2 cups baby spinach leaves, washed, dried, chilled and torn
• 1/2 pound cooked turkey breast, cut into 1/2-inch julienne slices
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
• 1 teaspoon orange zest

 

Dressing: In a small bowl, combine orange juice, vinegar, poppy seeds, oil, mustard, and fresh ground black pepper.

Salad: In a large bowl, toss together lettuce, spinach, turkey and oranges. Pour dressing over turkey mixture. Garnish with orange zest and serve immediately.