Oriental Main Dish Salad

This unique Oriental Main Dish Salad transforms simple canned turkey into a flavorful, protein-rich meal with a rich and creamy dressing. The blend of Oregon hazelnut butter, toasted sesame oil, and soy sauce creates a nutty, savory profile that coats every bite perfectly. Bright red wine vinegar and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper balance the richness, while garlic adds depth. It is a quick, satisfying dish that requires no cooking of the protein, making it ideal for busy weeknights or potlucks. Serve it over a bed of fresh greens or alone as a hearty main course for a delightful fusion of textures and tastes.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Roasting

Cuisine: Italian

Courses: Salads

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 1

Calories: 489.8

Description

This unique Oriental Main Dish Salad transforms simple canned turkey into a flavorful, protein-rich meal with a rich and creamy dressing. The blend of Oregon hazelnut butter, toasted sesame oil, and soy sauce creates a nutty, savory profile that coats every bite perfectly. Bright red wine vinegar and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper balance the richness, while garlic adds depth. It is a quick, satisfying dish that requires no cooking of the protein, making it ideal for busy weeknights or potlucks. Serve it over a bed of fresh greens or alone as a hearty main course for a delightful fusion of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

1/2 cup Oregon hazelnut butter
1/3 cup Hot water
1/4 cup Soy sauce
2 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
2 tablespoon Oriental sesame oil
2 teaspoon Granulated sugar
2 Garlic Cloves; crushed
1 teaspoon Crushed hot red pepper
1 Can (5 oz.) white turkey

Directions

1
Drain the canned white turkey thoroughly and place the meat in a large mixing bowl.
2
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the hot water and hazelnut butter until smooth and combined.
3
Stir in the soy sauce, red wine vinegar, sesame oil, granulated sugar, crushed garlic, and crushed hot red pepper to the hazelnut mixture until fully incorporated.
4
Pour the prepared dressing over the drained turkey in the large bowl.
5
Toss gently but thoroughly until all the turkey pieces are evenly coated with the dressing.
6
Serve immediately on a platter or in bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 489.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33.5g52%
Saturated Fat 17.5g88%
Cholesterol 133.5mg45%
Sodium 1096.8mg46%
Total Carbohydrate 3.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 2.7g
Protein 30.5g61%

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

Note

This recipe uses canned turkey for convenience, but you can substitute with shredded rotisserie chicken or leftover roasted turkey for a fresher texture.

If the dressing seems too thick after cooling, add a teaspoon of warm water to loosen it to your desired consistency.

For a lighter version, you can reduce the amount of hazelnut butter by half and increase the hot water slightly, though the flavor will be less rich.

This salad is best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir well before eating.

Adjust the amount of crushed hot red pepper based on your preference for spiciness.

Keywords: salad, oriental, turkey, sesame, hazelnut, dressing, soy, garlic, spicy, quick, meal, fusion, protein, easy, lunch, dinner, vegetarian-option, no-cook, creamy, nutty

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