A Lighter Side of Cc’s Oven-Grilled Reuben Sandwiches

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1
A lighter and healthier take on the classic Reuben sandwich.
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Prep

10 min

Cook

7 min

Ready In

17 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon instant apple cider drink mix
1/2 cup shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 slices rye bread
nonstick cooking spray
4 slices reduced-fat swiss cheese ( about 1/2 pound )
1/2 lb corned beef , lean and thinly sliced and julienne ( or shaved )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
450
Sugar
6g
Fat
16g
A Reuben sandwich is a classic deli favorite that typically includes corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and thousand island dressing on rye bread. However, this version offers a lighter take on the classic sandwich without sacrificing flavor. The corned beef is thinly sliced and layered with reduced-fat Swiss cheese and topped with a crisp cabbage slaw dressed with apple cider vinegar. A mixture of Dijon mustard and reduced-fat mayonnaise adds a tangy creaminess to the sandwich. The entire dish is then oven-grilled for a melted and bubbly cheese finish. This recipe offers all the flavor and comfort of a Reuben sandwich, but with a healthier twist!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together the cider vinegar and apple cider drink mix. Add the shredded cabbage and toss to coat. Set aside.
3.In another small bowl, whisk together the reduced-fat mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
4.Spray the rye bread with nonstick cooking spray and place on a baking sheet.
5.Layer each slice of bread with 2 slices of reduced-fat Swiss cheese and half of the corned beef.
6.Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes.
7.Top each sandwich with the remaining corned beef, the cabbage slaw, and the mayonnaise-mustard mixture.
8.Serve immediately.

PROS

Lighter in calories and fat compared to the traditional Reuben sandwich, full of flavor and protein, easy to make in the oven.

CONS

May not be as crispy as a grilled Reuben sandwich.
The reduced-fat cheese may not melt as well as regular cheese.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a healthier option than the traditional Reuben sandwich. It contains lean protein from the corned beef, fiber and nutrients from the cabbage slaw, and reduced-fat cheese for a lower saturated fat content. The Dijon mustard adds flavor without adding extra calories and the reduced-fat mayonnaise helps keep the sandwich creamy without adding extra fat.

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