We tend to traditionally eat the breast with the roast but the rest of the turkey is delicious too and shouldn't be wasted.

Turkey is an excellent source of protein containing almost 30g of protein per 100g portion of  breast. The thigh and leg also have impressive protein density. Protein in a meal increases satiety and aids in blood sugar balancing, something which is useful during the festive period when we perhaps eat more sugars than usual, whether that comes from alcohol, desserts, chocolates or any other sources!

If you ordered a large bird and have a lot left over here I give you 5 ideas so you don't have to keep eating the same meal all week!

Turkey Egg Fried Rice

Swap out the chicken in this chicken egg fried rice recipe. Filling and easy to make, the soy sauce and sesame oil give wonderful flavours to this dish. If you are adding cooked meat rather than raw add it to the dish towards the end of cooking just to heat through.

https://www.heatherrichardsuk.com/recipe/chicken-fried-rice/

Satay Turkey

Delicious and extremely filling due to the additional protein and fats from the peanut butter. It is the combination of protein, fats and complex carbs that increases satiety making us feel fuller for longer. Serve with wholegrain rice.

https://www.heatherrichardsuk.com/recipe/turkey-satay/

Turkey Burgers

These can easily be made with cooked turkey and that makes them even quicker to make! Serve in a wholemeal bun packed full of salad or serve with veg.

https://www.heatherrichardsuk.com/recipe/turkey-cranberry-burger/

Xmas Turkey Sandwich

Yes a sandwich can be healthy! Use wholemeal bread and add use up all the xmas leftovers from turkey to bacon, red cabbage, stuffing and sauces.

https://www.heatherrichardsuk.com/recipe/xmas-sandwich/

Turkey Broth and Soups

Don't waste your meat! There is so much nutrition remaining even when you think you've used up all the meat. Simmer the carcus and remaining meat to make broth that can be used to make soups, sauces or added to any stews or hotpots adding to the nutrient density of your meals.

https://www.heatherrichardsuk.com/recipe/gorgeous-bone-broth/