Pastrami Reuben Sandwich
Pastrami Reuben Sandwich layers smoky pastrami, tangy sauerkraut, and nutty Swiss between rye slices slathered with Thousand Island, then griddled to a deep, crunchy toast. The balance of salty meat, bright acidity, and gooey cheese makes it a deli favorite perfect for lunch or a hearty dinner. Serve hot off the skillet for maximum melt and crispness.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pastrami Reuben Sandwich, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 11 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 55 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Food
- 3 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 18
- Heart Health
- 60
- Metabolic
- 42
- Digestive
- 9
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 35
- General Wellness
- 1
Spread the dressing on one side of each bread slice. Place sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and pastrami on half of the slices, then cover with the remaining slices, dressing side down. Spread margarine on the outside of each sandwich.
- 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the sandwiches in the hot skillet until the bread is golden brown, the fillings are hot, and the cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes per side.
- Calories 561.66 kcal High 28%
- Protein 26.52 g Good Source 53%
- Carbohydrate 45.27 g 16%
- Total Fat 33.04 g High 42%
- Saturated Fat 12.07 g High 60%
- Trans Fat 1.44 g High --
- Cholesterol 65.42 mg High 22%
- Sodium 1763.58 mg High 77%
- Dietary Fiber 6.02 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 9.31 g --
- Added Sugars 1.76 g Low Source 4%
- Calcium 472.38 mg Good Source 36%
- Iron 3.32 mg Moderate 18%
- Potassium 208.9 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 118.12 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 17.65 mg Moderate 20%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Pastrami Reuben Sandwich is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Margarine, Pastrami, Rye Bread, and Sauerkraut. Each serving provides about 561.66 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pastrami Reuben Sandwich made of?
- The main ingredients are Margarine, Pastrami, Rye Bread, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pastrami Reuben Sandwich?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 561.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pastrami Reuben Sandwich easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Pastrami Reuben Sandwich healthy?
- Pastrami Reuben Sandwich has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 561.66 calories and 26.52 g of protein, or 53% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1763.58 mg (77% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 12.07 g (60% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Soy, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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