9 Great Recipes for Leftover Turkey

Turkey is really about leftovers

Holiday dinners will likely leave you with mounds of leftover turkey. This lean meat is low in fat and an excellent source of protein, so don't let it go to waste.

But you don't have to settle for another boring turkey sandwich.

Here are nine original—and tasty—recipes to help you create great meals using leftover turkey.

Turkey-Broccoli Bake

Incorporating unsalted butter and low-sodium broth in this recipe makes it perfect for those watching their salt intake. If you’re looking to cut down on fat, use only the white meat.

For a lighter version, substitute olive oil for the butter and replace the heavy cream with either milk or half-and-half.

Serves: 6

Calories: 320 per 1 1/2 cups serving

Turkey Tostadas

Take your turkey leftovers south of the border with this recipe. Using turkey instead of beef will take off 7 grams of saturated fat, while the whole-wheat tortilla increases your fiber intake.

Serves: 4

Calories: 395 per tostada

Thai Curry Turkey

Wake up from your turkey-induced trance by tossing leftover sweet potatoes and turkey into this spicy dish. By using light coconut milk and no oil, you'll slash as much as 30 grams of fat and cut your sodium by a quarter.

Serves: 4

Calories: 382 per 1 cup turkey and 1 1/4 cups rice

Turkey Lasagna

Lasagna is notorious for having a lot of cheese, which is high in saturated fat and cholesterol. This recipe calls for low-fat and reduced-fat cheese, making it a much healthier option. Throw in some spinach for a great source of fiber.

Serves: 9

Calories: 283 per slice
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