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Turkey Tonnato Salad

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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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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 427.1
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
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
  • 1 can Tuna; 3 oz, flaked white
  • 1 Garlic Clove; minced
  • 2 Anchovy Fillets;minced -opt
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Yogurt; -OR-
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Drain the canned tuna thoroughly to remove excess oil or water.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, combine the drained tuna, minced garlic, and minced anchovy fillets (if using).
  3. 3
    Add the mayonnaise, yogurt (or sour cream), and black pepper to the tuna mixture.
  4. 4
    Mash and stir the ingredients vigorously until a smooth, creamy sauce forms.
  5. 5
    Slice or shred cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces.
  6. 6
    Toss the turkey with the tuna sauce until evenly coated.
  7. 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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