
Turkey & Cranberry Power Bowl
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Category
Mains
Servings
2
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
This isn't your typical day-after-Thanksgiving plate. This power bowl gives you sustained energy without the heavy, sleepy feeling of reheated dinner. The secret? Fresh textures, a bright vinaigrette, and the perfect protein-carb-veggie balance.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice (or 1 cup each)
- 2 cups shredded leftover turkey (white and dark meat both work)
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds (or dried cranberries)
- 1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup leftover cranberry sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons water (to thin)
Bowl Base
Cranberry Vinaigrette
Directions
Warm the turkey ( splash broth or water in pan over medium high heat few minutes
Roast brussels sprouts - 1 tbsp. olive oil. 425 oven for 12-15 minutes
Make Cranberry Vinaigrette - whisk all ingredients
Assemble the bowl - Base (quinoa or rice), greens, turkey, sprouts, top with pomegranate, nuts and cheese (if using)
Drizzle with vinagrette and toss
Recipe Note
Substitution options:
No turkey- rotissserie chicken, grilled chicken or chickpeas
No quinoa - wild rice, farrow or leftover stuffing
No sprouts - roasted sweet potato, butternut squash or green beans