Turkey Cutlet and Parmesan Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Turkey Cutlet and Parmesan Salad
35 min.
4
259kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious way to celebrate the flavors of fresh ingredients, then this Turkey Cutlet and Parmesan Salad is the perfect choice! This gluten-free dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes, but it also serves as a delightful option for lunch, dinner, or an enticing side dish. With an impressive caloric content of only 259 kcal per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

This recipe showcases tender turkey cutlets that are marinated to perfection, enhancing their natural flavor and tenderness. The cutlets are golden brown and juicy, served on a bed of vibrant mesclun or mixed baby salad greens. Each bite is complemented by the luxurious shavings of Parmigiano-Reggiano, which add a rich, nutty flavor that beautifully contrasts with the crispness of the salad greens.

The homemade vinaigrette, with its tangy red-wine vinegar and the warmth of Dijon mustard and shallots, ties the dish together perfectly. It brings a burst of flavor to the salad, ensuring that each forkful is a delightful experience. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or just need a simple yet elegant meal to enjoy at home, this Turkey Cutlet and Parmesan Salad is a fantastic option that will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.

Ingredients

  • 16 cups baby salad greens mixed loosely packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmigiano-reggiano shavings with a vegetable peeler (from a)
  • 0.3 cup red-wine vinegar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon shallots finely chopped
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 1.3 lb turkey cutlets (1/)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • rolling pin
  • cutting board
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Whisk together vinegar, shallot, sugar, mustard, salt, and pepper, then add 1/2 cup oil in a stream, whisking until emulsified.
  2. Put turkey in a large shallow baking dish and pour 1/4 cup vinaigrette over it, turning to coat. Marinate at room temperature, turning occasionally, 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from marinade and pat dry (discard used marinade).
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until just smoking, then sauté half of cutlets (without crowding), turning over once, until browned and just cooked through, about 4 minutes total.
  5. Transfer as cooked to a cutting board and keep warm, loosely covered with foil. Cook remaining cutlets in remaining tablespoon oil in same manner.
  6. Slice cutlets along the grain into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
  7. Toss greens with some of remaining vinaigrette and any juices accumulated on cutting board until well coated. Divide greens among 4 plates and top with turkey strips and cheese shavings.
  8. ·If your cutlets are more than 1/4 inch thick, put each cutlet between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound with flat side of a meat pounder or with a rolling pin until 1/4 inch thick.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein61.86%
Fat27.33%
Carbs10.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.77
Glycemic Load
0.87
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.7221740179736%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:259.07kcal
12.95%
Fat:7.82g
12.03%
Saturated Fat:1.79g
11.2%
Carbohydrates:6.96g
2.32%
Net Carbohydrates:6.79g
2.47%
Sugar:1.26g
1.4%
Cholesterol:92.84mg
30.95%
Sodium:513mg
22.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.81g
79.61%
Vitamin C:37.4mg
45.33%
Vitamin A:1868.08IU
37.36%
Folate:60.6µg
15.15%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.63%
Phosphorus:110.02mg
11%
Calcium:98.21mg
9.82%
Potassium:298.8mg
8.54%
Iron:1.45mg
8.05%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.18%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.03%
Magnesium:22.29mg
5.57%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.32%
Vitamin B3:0.91mg
4.55%
Copper:0.09mg
4.43%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.63%
Selenium:2.51µg
3.59%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.55%
Vitamin K:3.6µg
3.43%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.33%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.25%
Source:Epicurious