Turkey Tonnato Salad

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Creamy, savory tuna sauce tossed with tender turkey for a rich, comforting meal
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This Turkey Tonnato Salad blends the classic Italian “tonnato” sauce concept with hearty turkey for a uniquely satisfying dish. The sauce is a velvety mixture of flaked white tuna, garlic, and optional anchovies, emulsified with mayonnaise and yogurt or sour cream. It delivers a smooth, rich texture with a subtle savory depth and a pleasant kick from black pepper. The cool, creamy sauce coats the turkey beautifully, making it perfect for a quick lunch, a picnic side, or a light dinner. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe offers a comforting, restaurant-quality flavor profile without the fuss.

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Turkey Tonnato Salad

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 427.1

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This Turkey Tonnato Salad blends the classic Italian "tonnato" sauce concept with hearty turkey for a uniquely satisfying dish. The sauce is a velvety mixture of flaked white tuna, garlic, and optional anchovies, emulsified with mayonnaise and yogurt or sour cream. It delivers a smooth, rich texture with a subtle savory depth and a pleasant kick from black pepper. The cool, creamy sauce coats the turkey beautifully, making it perfect for a quick lunch, a picnic side, or a light dinner. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe offers a comforting, restaurant-quality flavor profile without the fuss.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to remove excess oil or water.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the drained tuna, minced garlic, and minced anchovy fillets (if using).
  3. Add the mayonnaise, yogurt (or sour cream), and black pepper to the tuna mixture.
  4. Mash and stir the ingredients vigorously until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.
  5. Slice or shred cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Toss the turkey with the tuna sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Serve immediately on a bed of greens or alone.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 427.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31.7g49%
Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
Cholesterol 57.3mg20%
Sodium 173.1mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 2.4g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 29.6g60%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: turkey, tuna, tonnato, salad, mayonnaise, yogurt, sour cream, garlic, anchovy, creamy, lunch, quick, easy, protein, no-cook, picnic, side dish, flaked tuna
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