Vegetarian Classic Corned Beef Sandwich
Savor the nostalgic flavor of a deli favorite with this Vegetarian Classic Corned Beef Sandwich, a plant-based twist on a timeless recipe. Made with tender, plant-based corned beef slices, tangy sauerkraut, gooey melted Swiss cheese, and creamy Thousand Island dressing, all stacked between buttery, golden-brown rye bread, this sandwich is a comforting indulgence minus the meat. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and black pepper and served alongside crisp dill pickles, it’s a hearty, flavor-packed meal that comes together in just 20 minutes. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based options into your diet, this sandwich delivers all the iconic flavors you crave with a modern, meat-free upgrade. Great for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack, this recipe is a must-try for fans of classic deli-style sandwiches!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 slices Plant-based corned beef slices
- 4 slices Rye bread
- 1 cup Sauerkraut
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 0.25 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 slices Dill pickles
Instructions
Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
Spread butter on one side of each slice of rye bread.
Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on the skillet.
Layer each with 2 slices of plant-based corned beef, 1/2 cup sauerkraut, 1 slice of Swiss cheese, and 2 tablespoons of Thousand Island dressing.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Top each sandwich with another slice of Swiss cheese and the remaining slices of plant-based corned beef.
Place the remaining bread slices, buttered side up, on each sandwich.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown, and the cheese is melted.
Remove from skillet and let sit for a minute.
Cut each sandwich in half and serve with dill pickle slices on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 2184 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 469 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 546 mg | 12% | |
*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.
