Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich
I’m always looking for easy ways to lighten up and/or healthify classic dishes. One simple strategy I rely on to cut calories and carbs from lunch—while still providing all the flavor and satisfaction—is to lose the top slice of bread on my sandwich.
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This Open Face Turkey sammie is the perfect example. It provides lean protein, fiber and vitamins (don’t be shy—pile on those veggie toppers!) and all the deliciousness of a typical Turkey sandwich. Not to mention, it tends to slow down the eating pace because it requires just a bit more time to enjoy.
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Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 slice whole-grain bread*
- 4 ounces sliced turkey
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Onion slices
- 2 slices avocado, optional
- 1 tablespoon mustard, ketchup, hummus or low-fat mayo
- Unlimited baby carrots or crunchy bell pepper strips
- 1 slice regular or reduced-fat cheese, optional
- *May substitute with 100 calories worth of any type of bread, including 1 whole-grain sandwich thin or 2 slices reduced-calorie bread.
Instructions
- Layer bread with turkey slices, lettuce, tomato, onion and optional avocado. Spread mustard, ketchup, hummus or low-fat mayo on top, and enjoy with unlimited baby carrots or crunchy bell pepper strips on the side.
- Add an optional slice of regular cheese for 100 calories, or reduced-fat cheese for 70 cals.