Christmas Leftovers

We are often left with an expanse of leftovers after christmas dinner, which we often throw away or eat unwisely for the next few days, even weeks. Naed Nutrition have put together a few tips and tricks to help you use up those leftovers in healthy and smart ways!

• First of all, plan and prepare! Talk to your butcher, fish monger, fruit & veg grocer, and ask family and friends to RSVP to your Christmas and New Year events, this way you don't waste money and preparation time from buying too much food.

• Use everything! Nothing has to go to waste when it comes to carving up your Christmas ham or turkey. Keep and freeze the turkey carcus and ham bones to later make a hearty and healthy stock which can be used for an array of healthy recipes including soups, risottos, poaching etc. You can also freeze leftover slices and pieces of meat, ensuring you put them in a sealable container to later use in soups and lasagnes. Use all leftover cooking juices to make your own gravy, this way you avoid powdered gravies such as Grovox, that are high in salt, additives and preserves, plus the flavour of a home made gravy outweighs any pre-packaged variety.

Think healthy leftovers! 

• Turkey roll ups. Simply place sliced cucumber, capsicum, carrot and avocado in a slice of fresh turkey and roll it up. A simple and absolutely delicious snack that is high in protein, healthy fats, vitamins and minerals!

• Frittata. Use leftover rated vegetables and meat to make a healthy frittata. Simply place vegetables and meat in a ovenproof tray and cover with beaten eggs, bake until brown. This healthy recipe can be cut into squares and eaten alone as a snack or with a side of fresh salad for lunch, helping you to reach your 5 a day!

• Salads. Use lean cuts of turkey, ham and even seafood in salads to add protein and keep you fuller for longer. Eating light salads and avoiding the leftover bread rolls and gravy will help you to feel light over the holiday season.

We hope you have a wonderful Christmas & a Happy New Year!
Naed Nutrition