Southwest Turkey Melt
Indulge in the bold flavors and gooey comfort of the Southwest Turkey Melt—a quick and easy grilled sandwich that brings a Tex-Mex twist to a classic lunch staple. Made with hearty sourdough bread, layers of juicy roast turkey, creamy pepper jack cheese, and zesty chipotle mayo, this melt is elevated with the freshness of mashed avocado and lime. Optional jalapeño slices and cilantro add just the right amount of heat and herbaceous flair, making every bite irresistibly satisfying. Perfectly golden and crispy from a skillet sear with buttery goodness, this sandwich comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal meal for busy weekdays or leisurely weekends. Pair it with tortilla chips or a refreshing salad, and elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Southwest-inspired favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 8 ounces sliced roast turkey breast
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 1 small avocado
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 6 slices jalapeño slices (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons chipotle mayo
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Mash the avocado in a small bowl and mix in the lime juice. Set aside.
Spread a thin layer of chipotle mayo on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.
On two of the bread slices, layer the turkey breast, a slice of pepper jack cheese, and optional jalapeño slices and fresh cilantro if using.
Spread the mashed avocado on the remaining two bread slices, then close each sandwich with the avocado side facing the filling.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Allow it to melt and coat the surface.
Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese has melted. Add additional butter to the skillet as needed when flipping the sandwiches.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing in half.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as tortilla chips or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.5 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.2 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 3579 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.7 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 120.1 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 934 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1472 mg | 31% | |
*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.
