Make-Ahead Turkey Waldorf Salad With Fennel, Roaste

Name: Make-Ahead Turkey Waldorf Salad With Fennel, Roasted Grapes, And Spicy Walnuts Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; Kosher salt; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 1 cup halved (lengthwise) red grapes; 1 sprig rosemary; 2 cups shredded cooked turkey meat; 2 Honeycrisp apples, cut into about 3/4-inch chunks; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon; 1 cup quartered (lengthwise) green grapes; 1 small bulb fennel, quartered, thinly sliced, cut into 1/4-inch sticks, plus 2 tablespoons fronds, roughly chopped; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
Kosher salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup halved (lengthwise) red grapes
1 sprig rosemary
2 cups shredded cooked turkey meat
2 Honeycrisp apples, cut into about 3/4-inch chunks
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
1 cup quartered (lengthwise) green grapes
1 small bulb fennel, quartered, thinly sliced, cut into 1/4-inch sticks, plus 2 tablespoons fronds, roughly chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Stir together half the melted butter, cumin, paprika, cayenne and 1/4 teaspoon salt in small bowl. Add walnuts and toss to coat. Spread in single layer on foil or parchment-lined baking sheet and toast in the oven until lightly browned in spots and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes. Meanwhile, toss red grapes with remaining melted butter, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Spread in single layer on foil-lined rimmed baking sheet, pinching up corners to catch juices. Lay rosemary branch on top and roast until softened and shriveled around edges, 10 to 12 minutes.
2
Combine turkey, green grapes, fennel and fennel fronds in medium bowl. Toss apples thoroughly with lemon juice and add to bowl. Remove roasted grapes from foil with slotted spoon, reserving the juices. Add roasted grapes and walnuts to bowl and gently mix everything together. Whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and reserved juices from grapes. Wrap salad and dressing separately in plastic or airtight containers and refrigerate until ready to eat. Let dressing come to room temperature, then spoon into salad and stir to coat and combine. Serve on its own or on bread or a bed of lettuce.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, and more.

Yes, Make-Ahead Turkey Waldorf Salad With Fennel, Roasted Grapes, And Spicy Walnuts Recipe 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.

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Make-Ahead Turkey Waldorf Salad With Fennel, Roasted Grapes, And Spicy Walnuts Recipe

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