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.
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
This Open Face Turkey sammie provides lean protein, fiber and vitamins and all the deliciousness of a typical 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.
Nutrition Information per serving
Calories: 285Carbohydrates: 19.5gProtein: 37gTotal Fat: 6g— Unsaturated Fat: 5g— Saturated Fat: 1gSodium: 345mgFiber: 3.5gTotal Sugar: 2g— Natural Sugar: 2g— Added Sugar: 0g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.
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Is there a brand of turkey lunchmeat that you recommend? Boars Head low sodium by chance? Thanks!
Hi Greg! Fresh sliced Boars Head is a good option within this category… and if you get the lower sodium version, that’s a major bonus! Sodium is a huge issue with these type of deli meats. Also, I wouldn’t rely on it every single day since it’s still a processed deli meat, but as part of a rotation with freshly roasted turkey, grilled chicken, fish, or beans, it’s absolutely fine. Convenience matters (I get it!) — just build in some variety. Hope that helps!