Revitalize your holiday leftovers with this Leftover Turkey Sandwich Makeover with Romesco Sauce. By swapping out traditional mayo and cheese for a healthy, flavorful romesco sauce made from roasted red peppers, tomatoes, almonds, and garlic, this sandwich offers a nutritious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Turkey Sandwich Makeover
Course: Lunch, DinnerCuisine: AmericanServings
1
servingsPrep time
10
minutesCalories
450
kcalIngredients
Leftover turkey (sliced or shredded)
2 slices of whole wheat bread
2 tbsp romesco sauce (see below)
2 lettuce leaves
2 slices of tomato
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Romesco Sauce: In a food processor, blend roasted red pepper, tomato, almonds, garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Toast the whole wheat bread until lightly crispy.
- Spread 1 tablespoon of the romesco sauce on each slice of bread.
- Layer the leftover turkey on one slice, followed by lettuce and tomato.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Top with the other slice of bread. Slice the sandwich in half and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional Information (per serving):
Protein: 28g
Fat: 16g (2g saturated fat)
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 7g
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 470mg
This Leftover Turkey Sandwich Makeover with Romesco Sauce delivers a fresh and nutritious spin on your holiday leftovers. The flavorful romesco sauce adds vibrant taste and wholesome ingredients, creating a sandwich that’s both satisfying and healthy.
