My Take on a Reuben Sandwich

Elevate your sandwich game with "My Take on a Reuben Sandwich," a modern twist on the classic deli favorite! This hearty recipe layers tender slices of corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and gooey Swiss cheese between buttery, golden-brown rye bread. The star of this sandwich is the homemade Russian dressing—a zesty blend of mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, horseradish, and just the right hint of paprika—that ties everything together with bold, savory flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy yet indulgent meal is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Serve it alongside crispy chips or a dill pickle spear for an authentic deli-style experience you'll savor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 4 slices Rye bread
• 8 ounces Thinly sliced corned beef
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 1 cup Sauerkraut
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Dill pickle relish
• 1 teaspoon Prepared horseradish
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the Russian dressing by combining the mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, prepared horseradish, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 2

Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.

Step 3

Butter one side of each slice of rye bread using 1 tablespoon of butter per slice.

Step 4

Place two slices of the buttered rye bread, buttered side down, onto the skillet.

Step 5

Spread a generous layer of the Russian dressing on the upward-facing side of the bread in the skillet.

Step 6

Layer 4 ounces of corned beef, 2 slices of Swiss cheese, and 1/2 cup of sauerkraut on each slice of bread in the skillet.

Step 7

Spread the Russian dressing on the unbuttered side of the remaining slices of bread, then place them on top of each sandwich with the buttered side facing up.

Step 8

Cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 9

Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	828.1 grams (828.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2418

Total Fat 171.10g	219%
Saturated Fat 50.40g	252%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 451mg	150%
Sodium 6457mg	281%
Total Carbohydrate 110.70g	40%
Dietary Fiber 12.40g	44%
Total Sugars 15.70g
Protein 109.90g	220%

Vitamin D 11IU	53%
Calcium 1258mg	97%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 996mg	21%

*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: 63.6%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 18.3%