Best 3 Day After Thanksgiving Fiesta Salad Recipes

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Thanksgiving is the perfect time to gather with family and friends and enjoy a delicious meal. But what about the leftovers? Don't let them go to waste! This Day-After-Thanksgiving Fiesta Salad is the perfect way to use up your leftover turkey, stuffing, and vegetables. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. This salad is packed with flavor and texture, and it's sure to be a hit at your next potluck or gathering. In addition to the main Fiesta Salad recipe, this article also includes recipes for a Cranberry-Orange Dressing and a Creamy Avocado Dressing. So you can customize your salad to your liking. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing salad or a more hearty and filling meal, this Day-After-Thanksgiving Fiesta Salad is the perfect choice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AFTER THANKSGIVING SALAD



After Thanksgiving Salad image

After Thanksgiving Salad is a delightful and unexpected way to use leftover turkey, remarks Betty Peel of Milford, Ohio, who sent her recipe.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3-1/2 cups diced cooked turkey
4 celery ribs, sliced
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dill weed or dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the turkey, celery, onions, pecans and red pepper. Combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, salt and pepper; stir into the turkey mixture. Refrigerate until serving. Serve on lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 26g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 281mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING FIESTA TURKEY SALAD (LEFTOVER)



Day After Thanksgiving Fiesta Turkey Salad (Leftover) image

From a Hellman's Mayonnaise advertisement. Posting this here for the day after Thanksgiving! Use that turkey in a different way.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup prepared salsa
6 cups romaine lettuce, torn
2 cups cooked turkey, diced
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 tomatoes, diced (optional)
1/2 cup diced onion (optional)
1 cup black beans (optional)
1/4 cup olive (optional)
1 cup diced cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the mayo and salsa.
  • Toss with the remaining ingredients before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.9, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 66.3, Sodium 524.4, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 23.1

DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING FIESTA SALAD



DAY AFTER THANKSGIVING FIESTA SALAD image

Categories     Salad     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 c mayonnaise
1/2 c prepared salsa
6 c torn romaine lettuce or other lettuce leaves
2 c diced cooked turkey
4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Tomatoe, onion and/or black beans (opt)

Steps:

  • Combine mayo and salsa; toss with remaining ingredients before serving

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are endless possibilities when it comes to making a fiesta salad. Try different combinations of fruits, vegetables, and dressings to find what you like best.
  • Make it a meal. Fiesta salad can be served as a main course or as a side dish. Add some grilled chicken or fish to make it a complete meal.
  • Make it ahead of time. Fiesta salad is a great make-ahead dish. You can make it up to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Fiesta salad is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a healthy and flavorful dish, give fiesta salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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