One of the benefits of hosting Thanksgiving is having lots of leftover turkey to eat over the weekend. Here are some great meal ideas for two that utilize healthy skinless white meat.
Turkey
Pasta Diablo (Phase 2)
Cook 4 ounces whole-what spaghetti according
to the package directions. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 chopped small onion, 2 minced
garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, and 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook until vegetables are softened, about 7
minutes. Add 1 cup finely diced skinless white turkey meat; stir and cook 2 to
3 minutes more. Add 1 cup canned chopped tomatoes and their juices; simmer
sauce until heated through. Toss sauce with pasta and season to taste with salt
and pepper. Serve hot with a light sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan.
Curried Turkey Salad (Phase 1)
Stir together 1/2 cup plain fat-free yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 1/2
teaspoons curry powder, and 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger in a medium bowl. Fold
in 2 cups cubed skinless white turkey meat, 1 diced celery stalk, 1/2 diced
cucumber, 2 tablespoons diced red onion, and 2 tablespoons of a chopped fresh
herb, such as parsley or cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve
over lightly dressed greens.
Ginger Turkey Stir-Fry (Phase 1)
Stir together 1 tablespoon canola oil, 2 chopped scallions, 2 minced garlic
cloves, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, and 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger in
a medium bowl. Add 2 cups cubed skinless white turkey meat and stir to coat;
set aside for 10 minutes. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the
turkey mixture and cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Add 2 cups small
broccoli florets, 1/2 cup halved snow peas, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, and
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce. Cook 2 to 3 minutes more, stirring
constantly, or until broccoli is tender. Serve hot.
