AIP Friendly Turkey Apple Salad with Basil-Herb Dressing
This salad is a genuinely satisfying combination of lean protein, crisp fruit, and fresh greens — the kind of meal that feels light but keeps you full for hours. Thinly sliced apple brings a natural sweetness that plays beautifully against the savory turkey and the bright, herby dressing. The basil dressing is where this recipe really shines: a quick whisk of fresh basil, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and warming spices like turmeric and ginger creates something that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Every ingredient here is clean and whole-food, which matters a lot when you're navigating an elimination-style approach and need to trust exactly what's going into your food. No grains, no nightshades, no eggs or dairy — just real ingredients that work together without compromise. It serves four, so it's practical enough for a weeknight dinner or easy meal prep that holds up well. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a plate that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 lb cooked turkey breast, sliced or shredded
- 2 medium apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- 3 stalks celery, thinly sliced
- 4 cups mixed greens
- ¼ red onion, very thinly sliced
For the basil dressing
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the basil dressing: combine the fresh basil, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, sea salt, ground ginger, and ground turmeric in a small bowl or jar. Whisk vigorously (or seal the jar and shake) until the dressing is well combined and the basil is evenly distributed throughout.
- 2
Arrange the mixed greens in a large mixing bowl. Add the turkey, apple slices, celery, and red onion on top.
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