Turkey Noodle Casserole
Turkey Noodle Casserole is a classic American comfort food dish, typically made with cooked turkey, egg noodles, and a creamy sauce, often mixed with vegetables like peas or celery and topped with cheese or breadcrumbs. It's a popular way to use up leftover turkey, especially after holidays like Thanksgiving.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in protein from the turkey and carbohydrates from the noodles, with a moderate to high fat content depending on the creamy sauce and cheese used. A standard serving provides a good source of B vitamins and selenium, with a rough calorie estimate of 400-600 per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of 'leftover transformation' in American home cooking, turning holiday remnants into a new, hearty meal. Nutritionally, it offers a balanced mix of macronutrients but can be made lighter by using whole-grain noodles or a broth-based sauce.
