Dried Cherry-Toasted Almond Turkey Salad Sandwiches

Name: Dried Cherry-Toasted Almond Turkey Salad Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup slivered almonds (about 1 ounce); 1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt; 3 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World); 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 3/4 cup thinly sliced celery; 1/4 cup chopped red onion; 1/4 cup dried cherries; 1/4 cup golden raisins; 8 ounces roasted turkey breast, chopped; 4 (6-inch) whole wheat pitas, cut in half

Servings: persons

1/4 cup slivered almonds (about 1 ounce)
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
3 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World)
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
3/4 cup thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/4 cup dried cherries
1/4 cup golden raisins
8 ounces roasted turkey breast, chopped
4 (6-inch) whole wheat pitas, cut in half

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Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add almonds; cook 2 minutes or until toasted, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; set aside.
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Combine yogurt, mayonnaise, ginger, and pepper in a medium bowl. Add almonds, celery, and next 4 ingredients (through turkey), stirring well to combine. Spoon 1/3 cup turkey mixture into each pita half.
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If you don't have leftover turkey to use in this recipe, go to the deli section of your local grocery store and ask for a thick, eight-ounce cut of roasted turkey breast meat.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup slivered almonds (about 1 ounce), 1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt, 3 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World), and more.

Yes, Dried Cherry-Toasted Almond Turkey Salad Sandwiches falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!