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Greens with Smoked Turkey, Apples and Walnuts

Ingredients

• 3 Tbs walnuts, pieces

• 2 Tbs sugar

• 8 cups red leaf lettuce, torn into small pieces

• 1 apple, chopped (any sweet variety)

• 6 oz smoked turkey breast, cut into 1-inch (3cm) pieces

• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

• Dressing:1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

• 2 Tbs olive oil

• 1 clove minced garlic

• 1/2 tsp curry powder

• 1/4 tsp salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

This meal-in-one salad combines the wonderful flavors and textures of caramelized nuts, greens and apples in a light curry dressing. Tuna or chicken can be substituted for turkey. Serve with fresh, crusty bread.

Directions

• Prepare dressing: In a jar or small bowl, mix together lemon juice, oil, garlic, curry powder, salt and pepper.
• Prepare caramelized walnuts: Combine sugar and walnuts in a heavy skillet. Cook slowly over medium-low heat, stirring often, until all the sugar has melted onto the walnuts and they are brown. Remove from hot pan and cool. If prepared ahead, store in an air-tight container.
• Assemble salad: Combine greens, apple, smoked turkey (or tuna) and red onion. Toss gently with curry dressing. Portion salad onto plates and sprinkle with caramelized walnuts.