Turkey Red Grape Salad
A vibrant and refreshing pasta salad that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Tender mostaccioli pasta is tossed with juicy red grapes, savory turkey, and a hint of celery root, all coated in a creamy, tangy dressing. Served on a bed of crisp romaine lettuce, this salad is a delightful combination of textures and tastes.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
42 g
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Cholesterol
73 mg
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Fiber
3 g
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Protein
22 g
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Saturated Fat
13 g
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Sodium
391 mg
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Sugar
12 g
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Fat
55 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
8 mins
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the mostaccioli pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. (Time: 8-10 minutes)
02
Step
2 mins
Drain the pasta thoroughly and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down. Drain again completely. (Time: 2 minutes)
03
Step
0 mins
Transfer the cooled pasta to a large mixing bowl.
04
Step
2 mins
In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and minced celery root until smooth and well combined. (Time: 2 minutes)
05
Step
0 mins
Pour the dressing over the pasta and gently toss to coat evenly.
06
Step
3 mins
Fold in the halved red grapes, diced cooked turkey, and chopped celery. (Time: 3 minutes)
07
Step
30 mins
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. (Time: 30 minutes)
08
Step
5 mins
To serve, arrange a bed of torn romaine lettuce leaves on individual serving plates or a large platter. Spoon the turkey pasta salad over the lettuce. (Time: 5 minutes)
For a lighter dressing, substitute Greek yogurt for half of the sour cream.
Add a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
If you don't have celery root, you can substitute a teaspoon of celery seeds.
This salad is best served cold. Make it ahead of time for easy entertaining.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.5/ 5 ( 6 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Narciso Hansen
Jun 27, 2025Easy to make and perfect for a summer lunch.
Melissa Prohaska
Jun 21, 2025This salad was a hit at our potluck! Everyone loved the combination of sweet and savory.
Steve Powlowski
Jun 10, 2025The celery root really makes a difference in the flavor. Don't skip it!
Kelley Sanford
May 8, 2025I added some dried cranberries for extra sweetness, and it was delicious!