WW Reuben Sandwich

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The WW Reuben Sandwich is a recipe option for Weight Watchers that is tasty, fulfilling, and satisfying without the use of heavy ingredients that are normally present in a classic Reuben sandwich. This version of the recipe uses lighter ingredients such as lean deli meat, lighter dressing, reduced-fat cheese, light rye bread, and cooking spray rather than the use of heavy butter. These ingredients help in keeping fats and WW points low. The WW Reuben Sandwich still provides you with the crunchy toast with a melty core and the traditional Reuben taste of a classic Reuben sandwich. Prepare it in under 20 minutes.

STATS:

  • Caloric count: 295 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 sandwich
  • Cook time: 8 minutes
  • Cuisine: Deli-style / American
  • Prep duration: Ten minutes
  • Total time: 18 minutes
  • Course: Lunch/Dinner
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 1

EQUIPMENT:

  • Measuring spoons
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Grill pan

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 slices light rye bread
  • 3 oz lean corned beef
  • ¼ cup sauerkraut (drained)
  • 1 slice reduced-fat Swiss cheese
  • Cooking spray
  • Light Thousand Island Dressing (1 tbsp):
  • 1 tbsp light mayonnaise
  • One tsp sugar-free ketchup
  • A few drops of dill pickle juice (optional)

INGREDIENT NOTES:

COOKING SPRAY:

  • Cooking spray is a good alternative to heavy butter. It is useful in toasting the bread with almost no calories. Alternatives may include light butter.

LIGHT RYE BREAD:

  • This bread has low calories and gives a classic Reuben taste. For an alternative option, you may use whole-grain bread.

LEAN CORNED BEEF:

  • It helps in reducing fats. It also gives us a deli-style flavor. For an alternative, use deli turkey.

SAUERKRAUT:

  • This also does not include points and is also useful in including moisture and tanginess. For an alternative, use crunchy slaw.

REDUCED-FAT SWISS CHEESE:

  • Reduced-fat Swiss cheese is an ingredient that includes few calories but also provides the classic cheesy melt in the sandwich. Low-fat mozzarella is an alternative choice.

LIGHT THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING:

  • This dressing does not add many points, and it also gives creaminess to the sandwich. For an alternative, use mustard or a fat-free dressing.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Make the dressing by combining all the dressing components inside a bowl.
  2. Now, spread it over a side of every slice.
  3. Assemble the sandwich by layering Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and meat between slices.
  4. Heat up the grill pan.
  5. Spray a good amount of cooking spray on top of the pan.
  6. Place the sandwich in the grill pan for 3 to 4 minutes.
  7. Cook from each side and make sure to spray cooking spray before flipping.
  8. Remove after the bread turns golden and the cheese melts properly.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • You can enjoy this sandwich with a light coleslaw.
  • Pairing it with zero-point veggie salad is also a good option.
  • Have this sandwich with either beet chips or baked carrots.

TIPS:

  • Make sure you drain the sauerkraut properly to achieve crispiness.
  • For lower points, utilize thin deli-shaved meat.
  • To make the bread extra brown, spray the cooking spray slightly over the bread.
  • If you desire a panini-style crisp of the sandwich, you can press the sandwich with a spatula.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • You can refrigerate the sandwich before cooking with its assembly for about 24 hours. Store the cooked version for one to two days. Heat it again in an air fryer or skillet.

FREEZER:

  • It is not a good option to freeze the sandwich. If it is necessary, you can only freeze the sandwich components without the dressing for about one month.

FAQs:

Will my sandwich become brown with the use of cooking spray rather than butter?

  • Yes, cooking spray will make your sandwich brown with almost zero calories.

Is it possible to air fry this sandwich?

  • For three to four minutes, you can air fry the sandwich at 180°C on each side.

Can I make this sandwich without using any dairy products?

  • For a dairy-free sandwich, utilize either vegan Swiss or mozzarella.

Does the sauerkraut contain zero WW points?

  • Yes, it does not contain points and has low calories.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 295 kcal

Net carbs: 29 grams

Iron: 2.1 milligrams

Total carbs: 32 grams

Vitamin A: 290 IU

Fiber: 3 grams

Calcium: 210 milligrams

Protein: 22 grams

Serving size: 1 sandwich

Sodium: 880 milligrams

Serving: 1

Potassium: 310 milligrams

Weight Watcher Points: 6-7 points