Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Wrap Bar (Print View)

Turn leftovers into delicious wraps with turkey, veggies, and sauces. Perfect for holiday meals or family gatherings.

# Components:

→ Proteins

01 - 3 cups cooked turkey, sliced or shredded

→ Wraps

02 - 6 large flour tortillas

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
04 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
05 - 1 cup sliced cucumbers
06 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Leftover Sides

08 - 1 cup leftover stuffing, warmed
09 - 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes, warmed
10 - 1 cup leftover cranberry sauce
11 - 1 cup leftover gravy, warmed

→ Cheeses & Extras

12 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
14 - 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese (optional)

→ Sauces & Dressings

15 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
16 - 1/2 cup Dijon mustard or honey mustard
17 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
18 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce

# Directions:

01 - Reheat turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy to a piping hot temperature. Arrange all desired fillings and sauces in separate serving bowls.
02 - Gently warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until they are pliable and soft.
03 - Arrange all prepared ingredients in a buffet-style presentation for guest convenience.
04 - Place a warm tortilla flat. Layer with turkey, selected vegetables, warmed sides, cheese, and preferred sauces.
05 - Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then tightly roll from the bottom to create a secure wrap.
06 - Optional: slice wraps in half. Serve immediately with additional gravy or cranberry sauce for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses up multiple Thanksgiving leftovers in one creative meal
  • Perfect for casual day after Thanksgiving gatherings
  • Customizable for everyone at the table
  • No cooking required just reheating
02 -
  • These wraps work with any Thanksgiving leftovers you have available
  • The wrap bar concept encourages picky eaters to try new combinations
  • Setting up the bar takes less than 30 minutes but creates a memorable meal experience
  • Leftovers stay fresh longer when repurposed quickly into new dishes
03 -
  • Slightly warm tortillas are more pliable and less likely to tear during rolling
  • Create a logical flow for your wrap bar, starting with the base and ending with sauces
  • Provide small plates for testing flavor combinations before committing to a full wrap
  • Keep a spray bottle with water nearby to moisten any tortillas that begin to dry out
  • For large groups, consider making a few premade signature wraps as examples

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