Turkey Sandwiches with Dried Cranberries and Cream Cheese
Elevate your sandwich game with these irresistible Turkey Sandwiches with Dried Cranberries and Cream Cheese—an easy yet gourmet option perfect for lunch or a quick dinner. This recipe combines the creamy tang of cream cheese with the sweet chewiness of dried cranberries, creating a delightful contrast against tender slices of turkey breast and crisp baby spinach. Housed between two slices of hearty whole-grain bread, these sandwiches offer a balanced and nutritious meal with just the right mix of flavors and textures. For a warm, golden finish, you can toast the sandwich in butter for added richness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious, making it an excellent choice for busy weekdays or a simple meal prep idea. Serve these sandwiches with a side of mixed greens or your favorite soup for a satisfying, flavorful feast. Keywords: turkey sandwich recipe, cream cheese sandwich, dried cranberry recipes, quick lunch ideas, easy sandwich recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Dried cranberries
- 4 slices Sliced turkey breast
- 1 cup Baby spinach leaves
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Butter (optional, for toasting)
Instructions
Spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of dried cranberries over the cream cheese on two of the bread slices.
Layer 2 slices of turkey breast on top of the cranberries for each sandwich.
Add a handful of baby spinach leaves over the turkey slices.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper over the spinach for extra flavor.
Place the remaining slices of bread, cream cheese side down, on top of the assembled sandwich fillings.
Optionally, butter the outside of the sandwiches if you plan to toast them.
Heat a skillet or sandwich press over medium heat. Toast the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and heated through, if desired.
Cut the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.6 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.1 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 161 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1720 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.3 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 729 mg | 16% | |
*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.
