A Better Reuben Sandwich

Elevate your sandwich game with "A Better Reuben Sandwich," a classic deli favorite revamped for maximum flavor. This irresistible recipe layers tender corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese between golden, buttery slices of rye bread. The star of the show is the homemade Russian dressing—a zesty blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and black pepper—that ties each bite together with bold, savory perfection. Perfectly grilled to achieve a crisp exterior and gooey interior, this Reuben is quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. Serve it alongside pickles or chips for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Rye bread
• 8 ounces Corned beef
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 1 cup Sauerkraut
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Ketchup
• 1 teaspoon Dill pickle relish
• 0.5 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and black pepper to make the Russian dressing. Mix well and set aside.

Step 2

Drain the sauerkraut and set it aside. If it feels too wet, lightly press it with a paper towel to remove excess liquid.

Step 3

Butter one side of each slice of rye bread. This will be the exterior of your sandwich when grilling.

Step 4

On the unbuttered side of two slices of bread, spread a generous layer of the Russian dressing.

Step 5

Layer 2 ounces of corned beef on top of the dressing on each slice of bread.

Step 6

Add about 1/2 cup of sauerkraut on top of the corned beef for each sandwich.

Step 7

Place 2 slices of Swiss cheese on top of the sauerkraut for each sandwich.

Step 8

Top with the remaining slices of bread, butter-side up.

Step 9

Heat a skillet or a griddle over medium-low heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately with a side of pickles or chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	681.1 grams (681.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1612

Total Fat 102.80g	132%
Saturated Fat 36.40g	182%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 359mg	120%
Sodium 4358mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 85.50g	31%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 12.20g
Protein 85.90g	172%

Vitamin D 19IU	96%
Calcium 1246mg	96%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 954mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.4%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 21.2%