Reuben Salad Sandwiches Recipe

Craving a classic Reuben but on a budget? This recipe delivers all the delicious flavors of a deli Reuben, using affordable canned corned beef! Perfectly toasted rye bread, tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and savory corned beef create a flavor explosion in every bite. Your family will be begging for seconds (just like my husband!). Pair these amazing sandwiches with Michelle S.'s #49062 Mom's German Potato Salad (recipe not included) and a dill pickle spear for the ultimate comfort food experience. Adapted from Southern Living's Easy Weeknight Favorites cookbook.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 622.3 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Reuben Salad Sandwiches

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How to Make Reuben Salad Sandwiches

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toast 4 slices of rye bread to your desired level of crispness.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine 1 (12 ounce) can of corned beef, drained, 1 cup sauerkraut, drained, 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 2 tablespoons bacon bits. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Spread the corned beef mixture evenly onto the 4 toasted slices of rye bread.
  5. Top each sandwich with 1 slice of Swiss cheese (about 1 ounce per slice).
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. While the sandwiches are baking, toast the remaining 4 slices of rye bread.
  8. Remove sandwiches from the oven and top with the remaining toasted bread slices. Serve immediately with Michelle S.'s #49062 Mom's German Potato Salad and dill pickle spears.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

101 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

62g

Carbs

14g