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10 Ways to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers Under 420 Calories

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The days after Thanksgiving are all about transforming leftovers into tasty meals, like these creative sandwiches. Because turkey is a versatile protein, it lends itself well to different preparations. You can toss it into your favorite salad or add Mexican flavorings for a taco-inspired soup. Here, 10 recipes that take advantage of Thanksgiving leftovers and all clock in at less than 420 calories.

1. THANKSGIVING LEFTOVER SALAD | THE ROASTED ROOT

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 302; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 8g; Cholesterol: 27mg; Sodium: 52mg; Carbohydrate: 30g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 12g; Protein 14g

2. 30-MINUTE SWEET POTATO & TURKEY ENCHILADA SKILLET | AMBITIOUS KITCHEN

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 410; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 20mg; Sodium: 650mg; Carbohydrate: 50g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 38g

3. WHITE BEAN TURKEY CHILI | COOKING LIGHT

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 281; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 40mg; Sodium: 623mg; Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 8g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 26g

4. GROUND TURKEY LETTUCE WRAPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 337; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 98mg; Sodium: 470mg; Carbohydrate: 15g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 27g

5. TURKEY SAUSAGE, KALE AND SWEET POTATO SOUP | COOKING CLASSY

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 261; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 63mg; Sodium: 432mg; Carbohydrate: 29g; Dietary Fiber: 8g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 8g

6. TURKEY-STUFFED BELL PEPPERS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 274; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 6g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 102mg; Sodium: 159mg; Carbohydrate: 25g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 31g

7. LEFTOVER PARMESAN POTATO PATTIES | SKINNYTASTE

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 147; Total Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 7mg; Sodium: 233mg; Carbohydrate: 21g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 9g

8. TURKEY TACO SOUP | LOVE & ZEST

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 297; Total Fat: 8g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 57mg; Sodium: 584mg; Carbohydrate: 34g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 20g

9. THE CHEESY TURKEY BRUSSELS SPROUTS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 280; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 30mg; Sodium: 970mg; Carbohydrate: 32g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 18g

10. THANKSGIVING LEFTOVER FRITTATA | LIVING LIFEHOUSE

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 251; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 187mg; Sodium: 645mg; Carbohydrate: 20g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 17g

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