Forget Sandwiches. Make A Pizza With Your Thanksgiving Leftovers
You just spent hours cooking the most delicious meal for your family or friends. And now you have all kinds of Thanksgiving leftovers piling up in your fridge.
You obviously don't want all this food to go to waste, but you also don't want to eat the same thing everyday. So here's your answer: Get creative. You don't have to eat a slice of turkey breast and a side of sweet potato mash for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for the next week. Nope, instead you can have leftover sandwiches, salads, and even pudding.
We've rounded up a list of the 25 best Thanksgiving leftover recipes on the internet, all of which provide innovative methods for using up all your turkey breast.
And ICYMI, leftovers can actually be a pretty solid (and tasty) meal option. "There are plenty of nutritious ways to repurpose leftovers," says New York City-based Marissa Meshulam, RD. From stuffed turkey sandwiches, to veggie-packed frittatas, to plentiful salads, there are legit so many different recipes you can make from your Thanksgiving leftovers.
But first, a pro tip: "I would avoid adding extra oil," Meshulam suggests. "Instead, focus on adding in more veggies and balancing dishes with some fat and protein."
Alright, now that your mouth is watering at the thought of cooking up something special with your leftover sitch, it's time to get into the details. Happy re-heating.
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Buffalo Turkey Salad
If you're looking for flavor that's very un-Thanksgiving-like, then try making these buffalo turkey salad lettuce wraps. Just snag some lettuce, hot sauce, that leftover turkey, and whatever other toppings you prefer.
Per serving: 452 calories, 26 g fat (5 g saturated), 134 mg sodium, 6 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 45 g protein
Mini Turkey Pot Pie
How adorable are these mini turkey pot pies? Not only will they look cute on your Instagram feed, but they'll also taste delicious when you pop them out of the oven, too.
Per serving: 265 calories, 15 g fat (9 g saturated), 561 mg sodium, 24 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 8 g protein
Vegan Thanksgiving Leftover Pizza
Yup, you can legit make a pizza with all your Thanksgiving leftovers. And while this recipe is vegan-specific, you can definitely add turkey on top of your pizza if you're a fan, too.
Per serving: 505 calories, 23 g fat (2 g saturated), 434 mg sodium, 65 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 10 g sugar, 14 g protein
Leftover Cranberry Sauce Overnight Oats
Leftover cranberry sauce can be made into a delicious new meal—like overnight oats, for example. All this simple no-bake recipe requires is that you refrigerate it overnight after prepping it.
Per serving: 268 calories, 12 g fat, 35 g carbs, 4 g fiber, 7 g protein
Buffalo Turkey Dip
If you've still got a bunch of shredded turkey sitting around, try using it to make a yummy buffalo turkey dip. Pair it with some crunchy chips and boom, you're good to go.
Per serving: 291 calories, 25 g fat (4 g saturated), 630 mg sodium, 2 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 14 g protein
Hearty Turkey Salad
If you've got loads of leftover turkey and fresh veggies on hand, try making this hearty turkey salad for lunch. Serve it on a piece of toast or eat it plain.
Per serving: 348 calories, 20 g fat (3 g saturated), 518 mg sodium, 3 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 37 g protein
Paleo Sweet Potato Cakes
If you're looking for a paleo option when it comes to Thanksgiving leftover recipes *and* you don't mind roasting a few sweet potatoes you didn't use up, these yummy potato cakes are the perfect recipe for you.
Per serving: 76 calories, 1 g fat (3 g saturated), 155 mg sodium, 10 g carbs, 1 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 5 g protein
Asian Turkey Noodle Soup
This recipe was literally designed to accommodate for leftover meats like chicken or turkey. Bonus: It's super-simple and requires only a few fast steps to whip up.
Per serving: 197 calories, 9 g fat (2 g saturated), 617 mg sodium, 11 g carbs, 2 g fiber, 4 g sugar, 17 g protein
Vegan Thanksgiving Wraps
Okay, how delicious-looking are these wraps? And of course, if you want to add some of that extra turkey meat to them you totally can.
Per serving: 464 calories, 9.9 g fat (0.8 g saturated), 962 mg sodium, 82.9 g carbs, 6.5 g fiber, 6.8 g sugar, 12 g protein
Vegan Sweet Potato Pudding
Got more sweet potatoes than you know what to do with? Try making this delicious vegan-friendly sweet potato pudding you can top off with whipped cream.
Per serving: 279 calories, 8 g fat (7 g saturated), 93 mg sodium, 50 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 24 g sugar, 3 g protein
Butternut Squash Potato Salad
This refreshing salad will clear your fridge of all that Tupperware storing your lefties. Double win.
Per serving: 177 calories, 5 g fat (1.4 g saturated), 723 mg sodium, 24 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 4 g protein
Vegan Creamed Spinach With Biscuit Topping
Odds are, you've got tons of veggies and greens leftover from all of your various Thanksgiving recipes and dishes. Take all that produce and try making this creamy spinach dip that's topped with flaky biscuits.
Per serving: 135.71 calories, 4.24 g fat (0.29 g saturated), 461.24 mg sodium, 20.32 g carbs, 3.9 g fiber, 1.88 g sugar, 6.23 g protein
Apple Grilled Cheese with Turkey
So you're a sandwich person. Great. Then you're going to love this twist on a classic grilled cheese, which adds crispy apples and is stuffed with leftover turkey.
Per serving: 442 calories, 15 g fat (8 g saturated), 54 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 19 g sugar, 27 g protein
Broccoli Cranberry Salad
If you've got tons of broccoli left over from your side dishes, try cooking up this colorful and crunchy broccoli-based salad that's packed with cranberries, nuts, and bacon.
Per serving: 130 calories, 8 g fat (2 g saturated), 14 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 6 g sugar, 5 g protein
Turkey Pot Pie
If you're not satisfied with mini pot pies, try making this full-on turkey pot pie instead with all of your leftover meat. It's packed with veggies and is baked in a golden, flaky crust—a.k.a., it's mouth-watering.
Per serving: 516 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated), 33 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 59 g protein
Butternut Squash Quinoa Salad
Another salad coming at you: This butternut squash and quinoa salad is packed with veggies, hearty seeds, and filling grains. Plus, it's literally the perfect place to throw all of your leftover squash from Thanksgiving.
Per serving: 261 calories, 11 g fat (1 g saturated), 39 g carbs, 7 g fiber, 7 g sugar, 5 g protein
Sweet Potato Casserole Boats
Bought too many sweet potatoes? We got you. It's made with candied, nutty pecans, and buttery brown sugar, so you know it tastes freakin' delicious.
Per serving: 213 calories, 14 g fat (3.1 g saturated), 53 mg sodium, 21.5 g carbs, 3.4 g fiber, 9.2 g sugar, 2.3 g protein
Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes with Mushroom Gravy
This easy vegan mash requires just a few ingredients. Grab some leftover cauliflower, gravy, and mushrooms, and a few minutes to prep it, and you're good to go.
Per serving: 277 calories, 5 g fat, 420 mg sodium, 41 g carbs, 5 g fiber, 4.5 g sugar, 6.5 g protein
Vegan Thanksgiving Sandwich
Sometimes it's best to keep it simple—which is what's so great about this easy vegan Thanksgiving sandwich. It uses tofu turkey as its main ingredient, but you can sub in real turkey if you're not plant-based.
Per serving: 250 calories, 11 g fat, 20 g carbs, 15 g protein
Leftover Lemon Turkey Salad
Let's be honest. Turkey is usually the Thanksgiving ingredient you end up with way too much of.
Try making this easy salad with green onion, chopped cashews, fresh cilantro, and more. Plus, the dressing is pretty simple to make, too.
Per serving: 673 calories, 54 g fat (11 g saturated), 701 mg sodium, 12 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 36 g protein
Vegan Thanksgiving Leftover Bowls
Trust, putting all your leftovers in a bowl will actually taste so good. It's probably what you already do anyways, but follow this easy recipe to actually turn it into an organized dish that's ready for your Insta feed.
Per serving: 566 calories, 27.2 g fat, 1341 mg sodium, 67.1 g carbs, 13.1 g fiber, 15.6 g protein
Easy Brussels Sprouts Gratin
For those of you who made all kinds of Brussels sprouts for your Thanksgiving side dishes, you're going to want to check out this recipe: It's a simple-to-make gratin with a Brussels sprouts base.
Per serving: 327 calories, 28 g fat (8 g saturated), 237 mg sodium, 11 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 3 g sugar, 11 g protein
Leftover Turkey Quesadillas With Green Chiles And Cheese
Your Thanksgiving day meal has nothing on these tasty leftover-filled quesadilla bites. With ingredients like green chiles and cheese, you're gonna wanna keep this recipe in your regular rotation.
Per serving: 211 calories, 11.6 g fat (4.8 g saturated), 786 mg sodium, 23.2 g carbs, 15.3 g fiber, 2.3 g sugar, 17 g protein
Turkey Pita Sandwiches With Cranberry Salsa
Tired of the using the same old sliced bread for your sandwich game? Then try making this turkey-based stuffed pita sandwich instead. Pair it with a salad, and what more could you ask for?
Per serving: 147 calories, 4 g fat (1 g saturated), 379 mg sodium, 15 g carbs, 15 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 12 g protein
Turkey Shepherd's Pie With Cauliflower Topping
Hear me out: Shepherd's pie was made for Thanksgiving leftovers. If you've got loads of leftover turkey, veggies, mashed potatoes, and more, then making this one pan dish (read: less dishes to wash) is easy peasy.
Per serving: 224 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated), 562 mg sodium, 13 g carbs, 3 g fiber, 4 g sugar, 22 g protein
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