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Easy Brazilian Salpicão Christmas Salad

A creamy, smoky, and crunchy classic, Salpicão is the heart of every Brazilian Christmas—and the best way to savor those holiday leftovers! This easy-to-make salad combines smoked turkey or ham, crisp apples, and tender veggies with a creamy dressing, all topped with irresistible batata palha (shoestring potatoes). Perfect for your Ceia de Natal or any time you want a delicious and festive dish!

Prep Time
30 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 892 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad , Dinner
Cuisine: Brazilian

Ingredients

  • 800 g 1.75 lbs smoked turkey or ham (or leftover Christmas turkey)
  • 5 apples about 1 kg / 2.2 lbs – Honeycrisp, Gala, or similar
  • 400 g 14 oz frozen corn
  • 400 g 14 oz frozen peas
  • 2 cups 400 g / 14 oz mayonnaise
  • 1.5 cups 360 ml / 12 fl oz whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp grated yellow onion
  • 500 g 1.1 lbs batata palha (shoestring potatoes or hickory sticks)

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Corn and Peas: Bring a saucepan of water to a boil. Add salt, add the peas, boil for 1 minute, then drain and chill in the fridge. Repeat with the corn.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, whipping cream, and grated onion.
  3. Add the Apples: Dice apples into small pieces and mix them into the dressing immediately to prevent browning.
  4. Add the Protein: Dice your smoked turkey, ham, or leftover Christmas turkey into small cubes. Add to the salad and mix well.
  5. Combine and Chill: Once the peas and corn are completely cool, fold them into the salad. Keep it inside your fridge until ready to serve.
  6. Add the Crunch: Just before serving, sprinkle batata palha (shoestring potatoes) on top for the perfect crispy finish.

Notes

  • Substitutions: Use smoked chicken if available or a mix of smoked ham and chicken.
  • Batata Palha Tips: Found in Brazilian/Portuguese markets, Walmart (international aisle), or online at BrazilianMarket.ca.
  • Make-Ahead Tip: Add the shoestring potatoes right before serving to keep them crunchy.
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  • Please note that calories provided are simply an estimate. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 892kcal (45%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 892

% Daily Value*

Calories 892kcal 45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.