No Kraut Open Faced Reuben

Say goodbye to sauerkraut and hello to simplicity with this irresistible No Kraut Open Faced Reuben! Built on a foundation of buttery, toasted rye bread, each slice is layered with rich pastrami, gooey, melted Swiss cheese, and a generous drizzle of tangy Thousand Island dressing. This streamlined twist on the classic Reuben sandwich is baked to perfection in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal option for a quick lunch or casual dinner. For a finishing touch, garnish with crisp dill pickles and a sprinkle of fresh parsley to add a pop of flavor and color. Perfectly satisfying and easy to make, this no-kraut version serves up all the comfort of a Reuben sandwich without the fuss—deliciously simple and undeniably crave-worthy!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 slices Rye bread
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 8 slices Pastrami
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 4 tablespoons Thousand Island dressing
• 4 slices Dill pickles (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly butter one side of each slice of rye bread using 1/2 tablespoon of butter per slice.

Step 3

Place the buttered slices of bread on a baking sheet, buttered side down.

Step 4

Layer 2 slices of pastrami onto each slice of bread.

Step 5

Place one slice of Swiss cheese on top of the pastrami for each piece of bread.

Step 6

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and is slightly bubbly.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and carefully transfer each open-faced sandwich to a serving plate.

Step 8

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of Thousand Island dressing over each slice.

Step 9

Garnish with a slice of dill pickle and a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your No Kraut Open Faced Reuben!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	605.8 grams (605.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1207

Total Fat 53.00g	68%
Saturated Fat 23.70g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 264mg	88%
Sodium 4735mg	206%
Total Carbohydrate 84.70g	31%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 18.30g
Protein 93.00g	186%

Vitamin D 18IU	89%
Calcium 1228mg	94%
Iron 10mg	54%
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: 40.2%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 28.5%