Creative repurposing of leftovers can help you avoid going overboard.
Turkey soup
Turkey soup is a post-Thanksgiving tradition in my family.
Leftover turkey is perfect for adding to a simple soup.
We usually add onions, carrots, and celery.
Feel free to add any veggies you like.
I especially love leafy greens like kale or spinach for this.
Thanksgiving frittata
A frittata is one of my favorite ways to use up leftovers.
Add eight beaten eggs or two cups of liquid egg whites.
Bake at 400 until the eggs are set, or about 40 minutes.
Let it sit about ten minutes before slicing.
I love to enjoy it with a simple side salad.
Post-Thanksgiving breakfast hash
I love topping a big bowl of vegetables with eggs.
Add some potatoes or winter squash for complex carbs and you’ve got yourself a well balanced breakfast hash.
Heat until nice and hot, stirring a few as you go to prevent sticking or burning.
Cook until the egg sets.
Hint: covering the skillet with a lid for a minute or two helps them set faster.
Transfer your food to a plate or bowl and enjoy.
By the way, there’s no rule that says this has to be a morning meal.
This could also be breakfast-for-dinner gold.
Feel free to get creative with your toppings and make your sandwich instagram-pretty.
Liven up your turkey salad with curry powder.
For crunch, you could add finely diced celery or water chestnuts.
A touch of dried cranberries or raisins adds a hint of sweetness.
Thanksgiving salad
A Thanksgiving-inspired salad is a delicious way to lighten things up the next day.
Cranberry sauce salad dressing
Cranberry sauce is surprisingly versatile when it comes to repurposing leftovers.
Simply thin it out with water or add some healthy fats with olive or sunflower oil.
For a creamy dressing, whisk your cranberry sauce with plain yogurt or kefir.
Tahini’s warm, nutty flavor also makes a lovely addition for a more savory twist.
If you’ve craving some crunch, top your parfait with chopped nuts.
Maybe not the prettiest, but totally works in a pinch!
Make it a high-fiber smoothie bowl with a garnish of chia seeds.
Each tablespoon will add about four grams of fiber plus a good dose of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
By the way, this also works great with sweet potato pie.
