Reviewed: Sep. 20, 2009

Just made this and followed the recipe exactly, but I did use fresh cilantro, which I love. My only complaint is it turned out way too salty. I was hesitant when I added the two teaspoons called for but did it anyway. I did brine my turkey before roasting, so the salt amount probably should have been reduced. Be cautious of the salt if using leftover brined turkey.

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Reviewed: Jul. 28, 2009

FANTASTIC! Use fresh cilantro though, dried has no flavor. And YES to the smoked turkey!!

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Reviewed: Apr. 18, 2009

I omitted the jalapeno and decreased the salt and pepper to 1 tsp each. This was so delicious and will now be my go-to recipe for leftover turkey! This was especially delicious since my hubby had smoked the turkey.

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Amy

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Reviewed: Feb. 16, 2009

I made this with leftover turkey for my husband who is on a diet. I also decreased the salt. It was an easy recipe to make and a wonderful change from another winter soup. I will make this often!!!

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Reviewed: Dec. 27, 2008

I put this recipe on here a long time ago just wanted to do update!! I also use fresh cilantro don't know why it was changed to the dried!! But just wanted to say this same recipe is good for chicken or tuna!!! If you really want to make a little change try adding a little horseradish!!! My friend gives me home made fresh and sometimes I throw that in there!! Thanks for your nice comments I ate tuna fish just yesterday made just like this with the addition of horseradish on crackers!! It was tasty!!

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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2008

WOW! We devoured it; couldn't get enough. The jalapeno pepper takes away the gamey taste of the turkey. I only added 1 tsp. of salt and 1 tsp. pepper and used 2 Tbsp. of "fresh" cilantro. Fantastic!

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Christine Darlene

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Reviewed: Dec. 1, 2008

I added 1/2 cup of green onions. Excellent recipe, very zesty.

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Reviewed: Nov. 30, 2008

This recipe is excellent. I added some diced white onion and extra jalapeños. I also used celery salt rather than fresh celery. And I also used less salt than the recipe called for. This is a great way to use up turkey leftovers.

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Reviewed: Aug. 18, 2008

Excellent salad on a hot summer day. I added some red seedless grapes which really hit the spot.

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Reviewed: Apr. 2, 2008

I didn't know how great this recipe was until a year later . The guys from hunting camp said " You are going to make that turkey salad again.....RIGHT ? " We all loved it on bread , crackers , out of the bowl. I forgot to save Your recipe last year....But I positively won't forget now ! Thank You ( From 6 Turkey Hunters !)

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Donny D

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Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2008

This was an easy and tasty recipe. My 11 year old granddaughter made this for our special time together and we both really liked it. She used fresh cilantro instead of dried, using double the tsp. called for. We paired it with Rosemary French Bread from this site and apple slices with a sweet dip. Yummy!

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SHRLYANN

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Reviewed: Jan. 2, 2008

This was a terrific turkey salad to me. The only change I made was to add more mayo by using Hellman's Washabi mayo. Next time I might like to try adding some pecans, also. Thanks for a great & easy recipe!

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Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2006

This is really good, with a little bit of zip to it. I made the recipe for six servings instead of 12 and used fresh chopped cilantro. I added a couple of tablespoons of sweet onion and I only used 1/2 t. salt and 1/2 t. pepper. As suggested by another chef, I served it on a toasted onion bun.

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Reviewed: Oct. 8, 2006

This is a really good salad that I have used with leftover turkey---in fact, I had to search for the recipe and couldn't find it (I thought it was 'carol's turkey salad' for some reason). I only use 1/2 tsp. of salt at the most in this, but otherwise, I love follow the ingred. list. Yummy! Thanks, Cindy! A true favorite, and I can't wait for the holidays to make this with the leftover turkey!

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Reviewed: May 27, 2006

Loved the jalapeno pepper in this salad! I used a savory relish instead of the sweet and did not add even a grain of the salt. If you're one who can't live without dousing everything with salt, I suggest only using a half tsp. Hubby loved this too and thanks!

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LINDA MCLEAN

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Reviewed: May 27, 2006

Yes, this is a great recipe, but be forewarned about putting 2 tsps of salt into a recipe that only serves 12! I was even nervous putting in the 1/2 tsp that I used (which I thought was plenty). I also used another reviewer's idea to use half mayo and half plain nonfat yogurt and it still came out tasting yummy.

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Reviewed: Feb. 22, 2006

I loved it Cindy.Now being a Texan and liking things a tad spicy, I also added 2 jalapenos AND a little roasted garlic, as well as a little red bell pepper..It was fantastic as you had it but just needed that extra "punch" for me..Thanx for putting it on this site.

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AGGIEDUDE

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Reviewed: Jan. 10, 2006

This is a good recipe. I used 1/2 cup light mayo & 1/2 cup light sour cream to reduce the fat content,and I didn't have a fresh jalepeno so I used Mazetta's from the jar. I will definately make it again!

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2005

This recipe was really easy and my husband absolutely adores it. As he likes spicy food, we made this with 2 jalapeno peppers. What a great way to use up leftover turkey!

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Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2005

Made this with leftover Thanksgiving turkey. Was real good. I added half a white onion chopped and served on toasted onion rolls.Also, added about half a cup more mayo. Will be making this for years to come. Next time will add some red bell pepper for color and taste. Served with potato chips and dip.

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