Sure, you can eat the same meal again: Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberries, etc. But it’s more fun to get creative and repurpose leftovers. Take, for example, this recipe for Thanksgiving leftover burritos, filled with delicious Thanksgiving leftovers and dipped in a sweet-savory sauce.

One of my favorite food moments of the year happens the day after Thanksgiving, when I’m deciding what to do with my Thanksgiving leftovers.

If you like experimenting with new recipes, here’s one to add to your Thanksgiving-leftover-recipes repertoire: Thanksgiving leftover burritos!

These aren’t your average burritos. 

In this recipe, leftover turkey, stuffing, and asparagus get a makeover and are wrapped in a large burrito shell. These ingredients are placed on a base of cream cheese and Dorothy Lynch Dressing & Condiment. They’re rolled up into a hearty burrito featuring the flavors of Thanksgiving.

Think yummy turkey and stuffing burritos, with some delicious extra ingredients added.

 What You Need To Make Thanksgiving Leftover Burritos

Here’s what you’ll need to make Thanksgiving leftover burritos:

• Large burrito shells: Look for the largest flour burrito shells you can find. A regular-size tortilla won’t be big enough to make a proper burrito.
• Cream cheese: A layer of cream cheese tastes great and serves as the culinary “glue” to hold this burrito together.
• Dorothy Lynch Dressing & Condiment: This sweet-tangy dressing adds a lightness and subtle sweetness to these burritos.
• Leftover turkey and stuffing: The bulk of the burritos is the turkey and stuffing. Add as much as you want!
• Leftover asparagus (or green beans): Adding leftover veggies adds a fresh element.

Assembling The Burritos

Here are a few tricks to make burrito rolling a breeze:

• Soften tortillas: Heat tortilla shells in the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds to soften. A soft shell is much easier to fold than one that is room temperature.
• Add filling: Place ingredients just below the center of the shell.
• Roll burritos: Start rolling from the bottom up, folding in sides as you get to them.
• Seal burritos: At the end, tighten the burrito and rest seam side down. You can use a bit of cream cheese under the fold to hold the burrito together.
• Toast burritos: Spread a bit of butter on the outside of the burrito. Place in a frying pan or a George Foreman grill to heat and brown the burrito.

About The Sauce

One item I always have stocked in my pantry is Dorothy Lynch Dressing & Condiment. This sweet, tangy, tomato-y dressing can be used in so many different recipes, from sauces to stir frys to marinades to salads and dips.

It’s also used to add a sweet-tangy component to these Thanksgiving leftover burritos. The ingredients in this burrito are otherwise heavy – but this sauce adds some tang and lightness.

This dressing is available in Hy-Vee, Walmart, other grocery stores, and can also be purchased online. It is available in Home Style and Light & Lean varieties.

Here are some more recipes using Dorothy Lynch Dressing & Condiment:

• Maple-roasted Brussels sprouts and ring bologna
• Shrimp po’boy sandwiches
• Chicken fajita bake
• Peanut ramen salad
• Grilled club sandwiches
• Breakfast croquettes
• Game day pulled pork nachos
• Mexican ground beef skillet
• Sheet pan orange chicken and veggies
• Chicken broccoli hotdish
• Spinach tomato tortellini soup
• More recipes are available at dorothylynch.com

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I roll and assemble the burritos without them falling apart?

A: Microwave the tortilla shells for 5-10 seconds to soften them. Place ingredients just below the center, roll from the bottom up while folding in the sides, and tighten at the end. Use a bit of cream cheese under the seam to seal it. Spread butter on the outside and grill in a frying pan or George Foreman for a crispy finish.

Q: Can I substitute ingredients in this Thanksgiving leftover burritos recipe?

A: Yes! Swap asparagus for green beans, or use mashed potatoes or cranberries if available. For the dressing, try a similar sweet-tangy BBQ sauce if Dorothy Lynch isn’t handy. Stick to large burrito shells to fit all the hearty ingredients.

Q: How do I serve or store these burritos?

A: Serve hot with extra Dorothy Lynch as a dipping sauce on the side. They’re best fresh, but you can wrap extras in foil and refrigerate for 1-2 days. Reheat in a skillet to crisp up. Avoid freezing due to the cream cheese.

Q: Why use cream cheese in Thanksgiving leftover burritos?

A: It acts as a creamy “glue” to hold the turkey, stuffing, and veggies together inside the tortilla, while adding a rich flavor that balances the tangy dressing.

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More Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes

Wondering what to do with Thanksgiving leftovers? This is your chance to get creative with your ingredients and make one of these resourceful recipes:

• Leftover turkey and cranberry salsa nachos
• Turkey-cranberry wontons
• Turkey lettuce wraps with peanut sauce
• Amazing leftover turkey salad
• BBQ turkey salad (a Capriotti’s copycat recipe)
• Thanksgiving croquettes (made out of leftovers)
• Leftover turkey chili
• Turkey mole bowls
• Turkey empanadas
• Mashed potato bar (with lots of toppings!)
• Leftover pie crust cookies
• Pecan-cranberry dip
• Other Thanksgiving leftover ideas