38 Turkey Recipes to Make Right Now

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38 Turkey Recipes to Make Right Now1/38 Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers 31 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These well-seasoned ground-turkey-stuffed peppers are so tasty, you won’t even miss having real cheddar cheese. Round out the meal with a salad or a side of rice. —Judy Hand-Truitt, Birmingham, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 2 stuffed pepper halves: 323 calories, 10g fat (0 saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 771mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean

meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch, 1/2 fat

meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 2/38 Chipotle Citrus-Glazed Turkey Tenderloins 5 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings (1/2 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This simple skillet recipe makes it easy to cook turkey on a weeknight. The combination of sweet, spicy and smoky flavors from orange, peppers and molasses is amazing.—Darlene Morris, Franklinton, Louisiana Nutrition Facts: 4 ounces cooked turkey with 2 tablespoons glaze: 274 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 252mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein. 3/38 Best Ever Beans

and Sausage 35 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 35 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When my wife asks what she should make for a gathering, she’s always told to bring this—and a couple of copies of the recipe! — Robert Saulnier, Clarksburg, Massachusetts Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 316 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 857mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 9g fiber), 13g protein. 4/38 Tangy Turkey Tostadas 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From

Have them any night of the week

the Recipe Creator: I’m a health fitness specialist and personal trainer, so I know how important it is to make smart food choices to fuel my day. These fast and filling tostadas are packed with lean protein, fiber and a good dose of veggies. Have them any night of the week. —Julie Huntington, Memphis, Tennessee Nutrition Facts: 2 tostadas: 356 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 739mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein. 5/38 Turkey Taco Salad 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Creator: I discovered this taco salad while I was on a health kick

Creator: I discovered this taco salad while I was on a health kick. My husband and I love it now. When I served it at a family birthday party, everyone eagerly asked for the recipe. —Angela Matson, Amboy, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 cup turkey mixture with 2 cups romaine (calculated without optional toppings): 275 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 525mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1-1/2 starch. 6/38 Turkey & Apricot Wraps 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Turkey & Apricot Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

I like to sneak fresh spinach into recipes because it has such a mild flavor

Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For these wraps, I combined the traditional Southern appetizer of jam and cream cheese with the turkey, apple and Brie sandwiches we ate at my bridal luncheon. I like to sneak fresh spinach into recipes because it has such a mild flavor. —Kim Beavers, North August, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 312 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 655mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 1 fat. 7/38 Asian Turkey Burger with Apple Slaw

On a whim, I added hoisin sauce, gingerroot and garlic

4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I wanted to make turkey burgers a lot more fun. On a whim, I added hoisin sauce, gingerroot and garlic. Now we eat them about once a week. —Ashley Gayle, Ellicott City, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 burger with 1 cup apple slaw: 526 calories, 26g fat (5g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 1024mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 33g protein. 8/38 Cranberry Appetizer Meatballs 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40

For potlucks and picnics, this ramen noodle salad is a knockout

min Servings about 7 dozen Go to Recipe Nutrition Facts: 1 meatball: 39 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 124mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein. 9/38 Ramen Noodle Salad 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Crunchy Ramen Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 16 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For potlucks and picnics, this ramen noodle salad is a knockout. I tote the veggies in a bowl, dressing in a jar and noodles in a bag. Then I just shake them all together when it’s time

It’s a nice change from casseroles and so simple

to eat. —LJ Porter, Bauxite, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 189 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 250mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. 10/38 Turkey a la King with Rice 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to make this dish with our leftover turkey. It’s a nice change from casseroles and so simple. Serve over rice, noodles, biscuits or toast. —Pat Lemke, Brandon, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups turkey mixture with 1/2 cup rice: 350 calories, 7g fat (4g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable

saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 594mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 11/38 Mexican Turkey Roll-Ups 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Mexican Turkey Roll-Ups Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is the perfect recipe when you’re hungry for a dish with Mexican flavor and want to use turkey. These roll-ups are fun and so tasty, even kids like them. It’s a different use for leftover turkey. —Marlene Muckenhirn, Delano, Minnesota Nutrition Facts:

This recipe is quick, easy and healthy, making it perfect for my lifestyle

2 each: 639 calories, 35g fat (18g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 1501mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein. 12/38 Waldorf Turkey Pitas 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Waldorf Turkey Pitas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Living in New York City means not having a lot of time to prepare meals. This recipe is quick, easy and healthy, making it perfect for my lifestyle. —Kevin Sobotka, Staten Island, New York Nutrition Facts: 2 filled pita halves: 363 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat),

Served with a side of brown rice, it makes a light but satisfying dinner

75mg cholesterol, 626mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 7g fiber), 30g protein. 13/38 Tasty Turkey and Mushrooms 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Fresh mushrooms star in this tender turkey entree that comes together in 15 minutes. Served with a side of brown rice, it makes a light but satisfying dinner. —Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 209 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat,

1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable

1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 14/38 Turkey & Swiss Quesadillas 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Turkey & Swiss Quesadillas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My favorite sandwich is turkey with avocado, so I created this healthy quesadilla with ingredients I often have in the fridge and pantry. —Karen O’Shea, Sparks, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 quesadilla: 421 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 566mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 fat. 15/38 Turkey Wafflewiches

Who knew sandwiches could be so fun?

1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Turkey Wafflewiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who knew sandwiches could be so fun? This medley from our Test Kitchen will bring smiles to the whole table with its fantastic taste and whimsical fun. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 407 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 1179mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein. 16/38 Apricot Turkey Pinwheels 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 16 pinwheels

They were a huge hit!

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created these unique pinwheels for a football game snack using ingredients I had on hand. They were a huge hit! I appreciate how quick and easy they are to prepare. —Melanie Foster, Blaine, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer: 108 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein. 17/38 Turkey Curry 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Turkey Curry Recipe photo by Sheri Silver for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m always

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