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Leftover Cranberry Turkey Sandwich

Leftover Cranberry Turkey Sandwich: A Festive Flavor Boost

Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a delightful Leftover Cranberry Turkey Sandwich with this quick and easy recipe.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices nutty whole grain or multigrain bread slightly toasted if desired
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning or thyme/sage as alternatives
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives or green onions/shallots
  • 1 leaf green leaf lettuce can replace with spinach/arugula
  • 1 cup sliced leftover turkey any cooked turkey
  • ¼ cup cranberry sauce homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • spreading knife
  • plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, blend together the mayonnaise, poultry seasoning, chopped chives, and a pinch of salt and pepper until creamy.
  2. Take two slices of nutty bread and spread the herbed mayo generously on one side of each slice.
  3. On one slice of prepared bread, layer a slice of cheese if desired, followed by lettuce.
  4. Lay thick slices of leftover turkey on the lettuce and drizzle cranberry sauce over the turkey.
  5. Place the second slice of bread mayo side down on top of the turkey and press gently to meld layers.
  6. Serve immediately with sweet potato fries or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use thick turkey slices for best texture, and consider toasting the bread for added crunch.

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