Boxing Day Lunch & Dinner Recipe Ideas
The magic of Christmas Day may be behind us, but the joy of gathering around the table doesn’t have to end just yet! Boxing Day is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with loved ones over meals that are delicious, easy to prepare, and most importantly, creatively use your Christmas leftovers—especially that beloved turkey.
With Old El Paso, you can turn leftover ingredients into festive Mexican-inspired dishes that everyone—families and couples alike—can enjoy together. Whether it's a cozy Boxing Day lunch or a fun dinner, these recipes transform your leftover turkey and other festive bites into culinary celebrations of flavour and togetherness.
Ready to spice up your Boxing Day lunch? Grab some Old El Paso staples, and let's get started!
Let’s Turn Leftovers into a Boxing Day Feast
Leftover turkey, ham, or veggies from Christmas dinner? Don’t let them go to waste! When paired with Old El Paso’s bold flavors and innovative products, these ingredients can create exciting, Mexican-inspired Boxing Day dishes that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Say goodbye to plain old turkey sandwiches—our Boxing Day leftover recipes bring vibrant colors, flavours, and that signature "Good Noise" experience to your post-Christmas table! Here’s a collection of simple and delicious recipes designed to ensure those leftovers never go lame.
Turkey Tacos: A Festive Boxing Day Lunch!
Tacos for Boxing Day? Yes, please! Skip the cold cuts and sandwiches and give your turkey a whole new life with Old El Paso Turkey Tacos. Perfect for sharing with family or friends, this recipe brings a burst of flavor and a touch of the unexpected to your post-Christmas meals.
Recipe Name
Turkey TacosTotal Time
15 minutesServings
4Ingredients
Tacos
- 450g cooked turkey breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 sachet Old El Paso™ Garlic & Paprika Seasoning Mix for Tacos
- 150ml water
- 1 pack Old El Paso™ Stand 'N' Stuff Soft Flour Tortillas
Toppings
- 2 medium avocados, pitted, peeled and sliced
- 4 slices tinned pineapple, cut into chunks
- 60g shredded Cheddar cheese
- Fresh coriander sprigs
Preparation
- In 25cm frying pan, heat turkey over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in seasoning mix and water. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 5-6 minutes or until thickened.
- Heat tortillas per package instructions. Spoon turkey filling into tortillas. Top with avocado, pineapple, cheese and coriander sprigs.
Expert Tips
- To slice the avocado, cut in half and remove pit. Using a large spoon, scoop out the flesh from the skin. Place one half of the avocado cut side down on a chopping board. Cut lengthwise into slices. Repeat with the other half of avocado.
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Boxing Day Nachos: A Crowd-Pleasing Favourite
Nachos are made for sharing, making them a perfect centrepiece for your Boxing Day celebrations! Layer your favourite Christmas leftovers such as turkey or ham onto crispy Old El Paso Tortilla Chips for a simple yet irresistible dish.
Pro Tip: Communal dishes like nachos bring people together, but encourage proper handwashing before digging in to ensure a safe sharing experience for all.
Turkey Fajitas: The Perfect Boxing Day Dinner
For a more hearty and cozy Boxing Day dinner, turkey fajitas are a fantastic option. Using Old El Paso’s Fajita Spice Mix, you can elevate your leftovers into sizzling savoury wraps that are big on flavor and low on prep time.
This is a hands-on meal that brings everyone together around the table to customize their dishes. Remind your guests to wash their hands before serving for an enjoyable (and safe!) meal.
Boxing Day Quesadillas: Tasty & Quick Lunch Option
Quesadillas make for a simple, satisfying, and cheesy Boxing Day lunch. Plus, they’re the perfect way to combine turkey and all the trimmings in a low-effort dish.
Boxing Day Burritos: Roll Up Your Leftovers!
Got a medley of festive bits and bobs left to use up? Turn them into flavour-packed burritos! Burritos are a fantastic way to clear the fridge—just wrap it and enjoy.
You can also prepare these burritos ahead of time, wrap them in foil, and store them in the fridge for easy to-go meals over the next day or two.
Celebrate Boxing Day the Old El Paso Way!
This Boxing Day, turn the table into a festive fiesta of flavours with Old El Paso products. Whether you’re preparing tacos, nachos, fajitas, quesadillas, or burritos, bring people together with meals that are fun, flavorful, and perfect for sharing—all while ensuring your leftovers don’t go to waste.
Be sure to explore our full collection of recipe ideas for more inspiration, and let the spirit of “Good Noise” carry on beyond Christmas Day!
Try out these recipes and bring the fiesta to your Boxing Day table—con amor, from Old El Paso!
Key Takeaway: Easy sharing, big flavours, and vibrant memories—that’s what Boxing Day meal times are all about with Old El Paso.