At Grassroots Farms, we’re all about making the most of your holiday feast while adding a nutritious twist. This year, let’s explore delicious ways to use your Christmas leftovers featuring our favorite microgreens! From refreshing salads to hearty sandwiches and comforting soups, these recipes will help you transform your festive fare into delightful new meals.

Magical Leftover Christmas Ham & Microgreen Salad

This vibrant salad is perfect for using up leftover Christmas ham while adding a fresh touch with microgreens. It’s quick, easy, and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients:

• 150-200 grams of leftover Christmas ham, sliced or diced
• 45 grams of microgreens (such as arugula, radish, or cabbage)
• 1 apple or pear, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup walnuts or almonds, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the leftover ham, sliced apple or pear, and microgreens.
2. Toss in the chopped nuts and dried cranberries for added texture and sweetness.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Drizzle over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing dish!

Leftover Turkey Club Sandwich with Microgreens

Transform your holiday turkey into a gourmet sandwich experience:

Ingredients:

• 3 slices whole grain bread
• Leftover roast turkey, sliced
• 2 slices bacon, cooked crispy
• 1 slice gouda cheese
• 1 cup mixed microgreens (radish, alfalfa, arugula, and cabbage)
• 1 tablespoon cranberry sauce
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toast two slices of bread lightly.
2. Spread mayonnaise on one slice and cranberry sauce on another.
3. Layer turkey, bacon, cheese, and a generous handful of microgreens.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Assemble the sandwich and cut diagonally.

The microgreens add a fresh, peppery crunch that perfectly complements the rich flavors of the turkey and bacon.

Quick Leftover Turkey and Microgreen Soup

For a comforting option, try this easy soup:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups leftover turkey, shredded
• 6 cups turkey or chicken broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup cauliflower rice
• 1 cup mixed microgreens (kale, spinach, and arugula)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon juice to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil until softened.
2. Add broth, turkey, cauliflower rice, and thyme. Simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Stir in microgreens and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.

This soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients from the microgreens.

Explore More Microgreens Recipes

If you’re looking for more creative ways to use microgreens in your cooking, be sure to check out our cookbook, “101 Microgreens Recipes: The ULTIMATE Cookbook,” available on Amazon! With over 100 recipes, you’ll find endless inspiration for incorporating these nutritious greens into your meals.

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This holiday season, don’t let your leftovers go to waste! Transform them into delicious meals that are both satisfying and healthy by incorporating microgreens. Try our Magical Leftover Christmas Ham & Microgreen Salad, Leftover Turkey Club Sandwich with Microgreens, and Quick Leftover Turkey Soup for a fresh take on your festive fare. At Grassroots Farms, we’re dedicated to helping you grow and enjoy fresh ingredients all year round. Happy cooking!