Cooking a tri-tip doesn’t have to stop at one meal! Whether you roasted, grilled, or smoked your tri-tip, leftover slices are perfect for creating easy, flavorful dinners. From hearty sandwiches to fresh salads and comforting casseroles, these 22 leftover tri-tip recipes will help you transform your extra meat into quick, satisfying meals your whole family will love.

Tri-Tip Sandwiches

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Slice your leftover tri-tip thin and layer it on crusty bread with cheese, sautéed onions, and your favorite condiments.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Sandwiches

Tri-Tip Tacos

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Shred the meat and toss it with taco seasoning for quick, flavorful tacos. Add fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, and avocado.

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Tri-Tip Stir-Fry

air fryer stir fry beef
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Quickly sauté sliced tri-tip with vegetables and your favorite stir-fry sauce for a healthy dinner in minutes.

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Tri-Tip Salad

Air Fryer Thai Beef Salad
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Top mixed greens with chopped tri-tip, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and a zesty vinaigrette for a light, protein-packed meal.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Salad

Tri-Tip Quesadillas

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Fill tortillas with tri-tip, cheese, and veggies, then grill or air fry for a crispy, melty dinner.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Quesadillas

Tri-Tip Fried Rice

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Dice leftover tri-tip and stir into fried rice with eggs, veggies, and soy sauce for an easy weeknight dinner.

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Tri-Tip Pasta

trader joe’s sausage pasta
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Toss sliced tri-tip with cooked pasta, roasted vegetables, and a creamy sauce for a hearty meal.

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Tri-Tip Sliders

Air Fryer Italian Beef Sliders
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Make mini sandwiches with tri-tip, pickles, and a tangy sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dinner.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Sliders

Tri-Tip Pizza

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Top a homemade or store-bought pizza crust with tri-tip slices, cheese, and veggies for a quick pizza night.

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Tri-Tip Wraps

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Roll sliced tri-tip in a tortilla with hummus, veggies, or cheese for a healthy on-the-go lunch.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Wraps

Tri-Tip Chili

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Dice leftover tri-tip and add it to your favorite chili recipe for a smoky, meaty twist.

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Tri-Tip Breakfast Hash

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash
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Combine tri-tip with potatoes, peppers, onions, and eggs for a hearty breakfast-for-dinner option

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Breakfast Hash

Tri-Tip Flatbreads

Air Fryer Street Corn Carnitas Flatbread
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Use naan or flatbread as a base and top with tri-tip, cheese, and arugula for a quick meal.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Flatbreads

Tri-Tip Nachos

Plate of Air Fryer Loaded Pulled Pork Nachos
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Layer tortilla chips with tri-tip, cheese, jalapeños, and salsa for an easy, indulgent dinner.!

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Tri-Tip Soup

Dairy-Free Creamy Chicken Soup with tender chicken and vegetables in a rich, creamy broth.
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Add chopped tri-tip to vegetable or beef soup for extra protein and flavor.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Soup

Tri-Tip Sandwich Bowl

Air Fryer Peruvian Chicken Drumsticks
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Skip the bread and serve sliced tri-tip over rice or grains with roasted veggies and sauce.

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Tri-Tip Panini

Air Fryer Strawberry Macadamia Panini
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Press tri-tip, cheese, and caramelized onions in a panini press for a gooey, crunchy sandwich.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Panini

Tri-Tip Casserole

Air Fryer Ham Casserole
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Combine tri-tip, veggies, cheese, and a creamy sauce, then bake for a comforting family meal.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Casserole

Tri-Tip Burrito Bowls

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Layer tri-tip, rice, beans, corn, and avocado for a simple and filling dinner bowl.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Burrito Bowls

Tri-Tip Gyros

Blackstone Griddle Tacos
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Wrap sliced tri-tip in pita with tzatziki, onions, and tomatoes for a Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Gyros

Tri-Tip Sloppy Joes

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Shred the tri-tip and toss with a tangy barbecue or tomato sauce for an easy sandwich dinner.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Sloppy Joes

Tri-Tip Stuffed Peppers

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Fill bell peppers with a mixture of rice, tri-tip, veggies, and cheese, then bake for a colorful, hearty meal.

Get the recipe: Tri-Tip Stuffed Peppers