Turkey Citrus Avocado Salad

Field greens are topped with turkey, sliced orange, avocado and red onion and a citrus mustard dressing

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Makes: 4 servings (3 cups each)

Ingredients:

Dressing:

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper

Salad:

1 bag (8 ounces) field greens
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 orange, peeled, sectioned, halved
1 avocado, peeled, sliced
1/4 small red onion, cut into thin wedges
1-1/2 cups leftover cooked Butterball Turkey, cubed
1/4 cup shelled pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds ( optional)

Directions:

1. Dressing: Beat orange juice, oil, mustard, salt and red pepper in small bowl until well blended. Set aside.

2. Salad: Place lettuce in serving bowl or on large serving platter. Top with cilantro, orange, avocado, red onion and turkey breast cubes. Drizzle with salad dressing. Top with seeds, if desired.

For more great turkey recipes call the Butterball Turkey Talk-Line at 1-800-BUTTERBALL or visit www.butterball.ca. 

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