Mandarin Turkey Salad

11/21/2000

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds

1 11-ounce can mandarin orange segments, drained (reserve liquid)

2 cups chopped roasted turkey

1 cup diagonally sliced celery

1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions

1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Fresh spinach or lettuce leaves

Toasted coconut

In small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, mustard, ginger, sesame seeds, and 1/4 cup reserved mandarin orange liquid for dressing. In large bowl, mix turkey, celery, green onions, and chopped pecans. Pour dressing over mixture; stir to combine. Add mandarin orange segments, tossing carefully. Refrigerate until well chilled. Serve on bed of greens and top with coconut.

Yield: 4 servings.