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Published November 24, 2015 | Last Updated February 27, 2024 By Barbara Bianchi 22 Comments

Turkey Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

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This tossed turkey salad with roasted sweet potatoes is so refreshing, satisfying, and delicious.
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Thanksgiving wouldn’t be Thanksgiving without the turkey…or the leftovers! Really, no matter how many family members and friends crowd around the table or how much we eat, I’ve never been to a Thanksgiving feast where there weren’t lots of leftovers for the next day (or even the whole week!).

But you can only eat so many turkey sandwiches. 😉 Here’s a nutritious and more fun way to enjoy those Turkey Day leftovers: a beautiful turkey kale salad with roasted sweet potatoes and carrots.

Topped with a light vinaigrette and bursting with fall colors, this makes an absolutely lovely lunch or a side salad for dinner.

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The main star of this salad is your Thanksgiving turkey. Next, comes the roasted sweet potatoes. I usually make these rosemary sweet potatoes and mushrooms for Thanksgiving dinner.

The leftover sweet potatoes will taste wonderfully in the salad. Next, I’ll add some roasted carrots for another root veggie. Then a few slices of red onion. So pretty on a bed of crispy kale. Read more about the health benefits of kale here.

For the vinaigrette, I whisk together extra virgin olive oil and a sweet balsamic vinegar with a little salt, pepper, and basil. You may have noticed in my other recipes that I use avocado oil and coconut oil when I am cooking at high temperatures.

However, I still love to use olive oil when making vinaigrettes. Olive oil is your tastiest choice and very nutritious in its natural state.

To be sure that you’re buying a high-quality oil, look for an extra virgin olive oil (EVOO); otherwise, it has been chemically refined. Read here about the extraordinary nutrition benefits of extra-virgin olive oil. Also, to make sure the olive oil is fresh, look for the harvest date on the label. It should be within one year. And always buy your oil in a dark glass bottle and store it in a cool, dark cabinet.

finished dish in a bowl

Assemble your salad

*Free printable recipe card with complete list of ingredients is available at the end of the post.

First, mix carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. If you don’t have leftover sweet potatoes, you can add two peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with the carrots. Then, roast everything on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for about 20 minutes.

Then combine kale and onion in a salad bowl. Add turkey, potatoes, and carrots. Give it all a good mix.

In another bowl, whisk together the dressing. Drizzle it over the salad, toss everything together, and serve it at room temperature.

Additionally, here’s a breakfast idea: sweet potato kale hash from one of my blogger friends. Just a heads up, her site isn’t strictly gluten-free, and may include non-gluten-free options.

Pro tips and recipe notes

  1. Can I substitute kale with other greens? Of course! Iceberg lettuce, romaine, spinach or mixed greens would make delicious alternatives.
  2. Can I make this salad ahead of time? Absolutely! Just store the components separately and assemble right before serving to keep everything fresh and crisp.
  3. Can I add other meat or vegetables to this salad? Definitely! Feel free to get creative and swap chicken instead of turkey and add your favorite veggies like bell peppers, cucumbers, or cherry tomatoes.
  4. What are some delicious toppings I can add to this salad? Get creative with toppings! Try adding toasted nuts or seeds for crunch, crumbled feta or goat cheese for creaminess, or even dried cranberries or sliced avocado for extra flavor and texture. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite!

This Turkey Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots is so refreshing, satisfying, and delicious. A nutritious way to continue feasting on the Thanksgiving leftovers. 🙂

Enjoy! Have a happy Thanksgiving!

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Turkey Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots

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This Turkey Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots is so refreshing, satisfying, and delicious. A nutritious way to continue feasting on the Thanksgiving leftovers. 🙂
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
Total Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 4
Calories 309kcal
Author Barbara Bianchi

Ingredients

  • For salad:
  • 2 cups turkey cooked and cubed
  • 2 sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 cups chopped kale
  • 2 medium carrots cut into 1/2 inch chunks
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • For dressing:
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar Bionaturaeis certified gluten-free
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon basil

Instructions

  • For salad: Preheat oven to 400℉.
  • Toss carrots in a bowl with olive oil, salt and pepper, (If you don't have leftover sweet potatoes you may toss two peeled and cubed sweet potatoes along with the carrots) Then roast on parchment lined baking sheet for 20 minutes.
    1/4 cup olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 2 medium carrots, 2 sweet potatoes
  • Toss kale and onion in a salad bowl. Add turkey, potatoes and carrots.Toss again.
    4 cups chopped kale, 1/2 red onion, 2 cups turkey
  • For dressing: Whisk dressing in a separate bowl. Pour over salad. Toss and serve at room temperature
    1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon basil

Nutrition

Calories: 309kcal
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  1. GiGi Eats says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:32 pm

    5 stars
    Could I actually be more excited to eat THIS salad than a Salmon Nicoise salad!! 😮

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      November 28, 2015 at 7:24 pm

      Ah ha! Yes. Thanks, GiGi. Enjoy your weekend. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Alana says

    November 29, 2015 at 4:37 pm

    Beautiful – and yummy sounding.

    Reply
  3. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    November 29, 2015 at 5:49 pm

    Love all of the colors + flavors in this salad! So pretty!

    Reply
  4. Andrea Wyckoff says

    December 11, 2015 at 8:48 pm

    This salad is just beautiful! I love the combo of hearty ingredients too! Will totally make this one for me and my hubby!

    Reply
  5. Stephanie says

    September 20, 2018 at 10:23 am

    5 stars
    This sounds like the perfect Fall salad. I’m loving the sweet potatoes with the Kale & the dressing sounds so yummy & easy to prepare.

    Reply
    • Barbara says

      September 21, 2018 at 1:43 pm

      Thanks so much, Stephanie. You’re sweet. And thanks for the stars. 😘

      Reply
  6. Hallen says

    November 21, 2020 at 10:13 pm

    5 stars
    I really like this roasted salad recipe. This is so easy to make. I enjoy this amazing recipe and will surely try this at home. Thank you for sharing this wonderful article.

    Reply
    • Barbara Bianchi says

      November 22, 2020 at 9:33 pm

      Thank you. I’m so glad you like this recipe. And thanks for the stars.

      Reply
  7. jane says

    December 19, 2020 at 5:18 am

    5 stars
    This is like the perfect Fall salad. I’m loving the sweet potatoes with the Kale & so yummy & easy to prepare. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Barbara Bianchi says

      December 27, 2020 at 2:13 pm

      Oh, you’re so welcome. I’m so glad that you’re enjoying this salad. And thank you for the stars.

      Reply
  8. Farris says

    January 31, 2021 at 3:58 am

    5 stars
    It’s looking so tasty

    Reply
    • Barbara Bianchi says

      January 31, 2021 at 12:57 pm

      Thanks so much, Farris. And thanks for the stars.

      Reply
  9. Clara McMartha says

    April 13, 2021 at 9:40 am

    Nice recipe. One question. Can we replace the Kale with other Leafy vegetables? For example, Can we use Cabbage leaves in this salad for similar flavor?

    Thanks. Waiting for your reply.

    Reply
    • Barbara Bianchi says

      April 13, 2021 at 12:40 pm

      Hi Clara, Sure! Recipes are just a guide. I love that you’re substituting with other greens. Cabbage sounds good to me. Enjoy. ❤︎

      Reply

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