Make Mine a Reuben…Salad!

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Healthy twist on a classic Reuben sandwich in the form of a salad

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 garlic clove
	2 cups fully cooked corned beef , chopped
	3 cups romaine lettuce , washed and coarsely torn
	3 cups leaves lettuce , washed and coarsely torn
	8 ripe roma tomatoes , peeled and quartered
	8 kosher dill pickle spears , coarsely chopped
	1 cup shredded swiss cheese
	Russian salad dressing ( amount to taste ) or thousand island dressing ( amount to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

407

Sugar

Fat

28g

If you're a fan of Reuben sandwiches but looking for a healthier way to enjoy the classic flavors, look no further than this Make Mine a Reuben...Salad! recipe. This creative salad takes all the best components of a Reuben sandwich (corned beef, swiss cheese, pickles, and dressing) and combines them with crunchy, refreshing lettuce for a satisfying and flavorful meal. Not only is this salad delicious, but it also provides many health benefits from the fiber and nutrients in the lettuce to the protein and calcium in the beef and cheese. Give this recipe a try for a fresh take on a classic favorite.

Instructions

1.	Begin by toasting your garlic clove in a toaster oven until fragrant.
2.	Meanwhile, toss together your romaine lettuce and leaves lettuce in a large bowl, then add chopped corned beef.
3.	Once the garlic is done, remove from the toaster and mince. Next, add the minced garlic, quartered roma tomatoes, chopped kosher dill pickle spears, and shredded swiss cheese to the bowl with the lettuce and corned beef.
4.	Top the salad with either Russian salad dressing or thousand island dressing to taste, then toss everything together until fully combined.

PROS

This salad is a creative and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich while also boosting your daily vegetable intake.

The mixture of crunchy lettuce, savory corned beef, tangy pickles, and creamy swiss cheese creates the perfect flavor combination.

CONS

This salad is relatively high in sodium due to the salt content in the corned beef and pickles.

It is important to choose a dressing that is low in fat and sodium to help balance out the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a great source of protein and fiber, which makes it a satisfying and filling meal option.
The romaine and leaf lettuce are full of vitamins and minerals, while the swiss cheese provides a good source of calcium.