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A delicious twist on the classic Reuben, this sandwich features tender sliced turkey, creamy coleslaw, melted Swiss cheese, and tangy Thousand Island dressing, all grilled to golden-brown perfection on rye bread. A deli favorite you can easily make at home.
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A delicious twist on the classic Reuben, this sandwich features tender sliced turkey, creamy coleslaw, melted Swiss cheese, and tangy Thousand Island dressing, all grilled to golden-brown perfection on rye bread. A deli favorite you can easily make at home.
This american recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 787.84 calories per serving with 44.87g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Substitute Thousand Island dressing with Russian dressing for a tangier, spicier flavor profile, more akin to a classic Reuben.
While Swiss is traditional, Provolone, Muenster, or even a sharp white cheddar cheese work wonderfully.
Try this sandwich on pumpernickel, sourdough, or a marbled rye bread for a different taste and texture.
Add a layer of sliced jalapeños or use a spicy coleslaw to give your sandwich a kick.
Add a few slices of fresh avocado for a creamy, West Coast-inspired twist.
The combination of turkey breast and Swiss cheese provides a significant amount of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and feeling full and satisfied.
Swiss cheese is a great source of calcium, a mineral vital for maintaining strong bones and teeth, as well as proper nerve and muscle function.
Turkey is a good source of B vitamins, particularly niacin (B3) and B6, which help the body convert food into energy and are important for brain health.
A typical Rachel Sandwich contains approximately 750-900 calories, depending on the thickness of the bread, amount of dressing, cheese, and butter used.
A Rachel Sandwich is generally considered an indulgent meal due to its high content of sodium, fat, and calories. To make a healthier version, you can use whole-wheat bread, a light or homemade dressing, reduced-fat Swiss cheese, and less butter.
The primary difference is the meat and the filling. A classic Reuben is made with corned beef, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. A Rachel sandwich substitutes corned beef with turkey (or sometimes pastrami) and sauerkraut with coleslaw.
The key is to drain the coleslaw very well. Place it in a fine-mesh strainer and press down gently to squeeze out as much liquid as possible before adding it to the sandwich.
This sandwich is best enjoyed immediately after grilling to ensure the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted. Assembling it ahead of time will result in soggy bread from the coleslaw and dressing.
Classic deli pairings work best. Serve it with a side of dill pickles, potato chips, potato salad, or a simple green salad to balance the richness of the sandwich.