Vegetable Reuben

The Vegetable Reuben is a vibrant twist on the classic sandwich, featuring layers of roasted vegetables, tangy sauerkraut, and creamy dressing between crispy rye bread. It's a satisfying, hearty meal that brings together a medley of flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• Rye bread - 4 slices
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Zucchini - 100 grams, thinly sliced
• Red bell pepper - 100 grams, thinly sliced
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, thinly sliced
• Onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Sauerkraut - 100 grams, drained
• Swiss cheese - 100 grams, sliced (or vegan cheese for a plant-based version)
• Thousand Island dressing - 4 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
2. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the pan.
3. Sauté the onions for about 2-3 minutes until translucent.
4. Add the zucchini, red bell pepper, and mushrooms to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Remove the vegetable mixture from the heat and set aside.
6. Spread 1 tablespoon of Thousand Island dressing on one side of each slice of rye bread.
7. On two slices of bread (dressing side up), layer half of the sautéed vegetables, followed by half of the sauerkraut and half of the Swiss cheese.
8. Top with the remaining slices of bread, dressing side down.
9. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and heat over medium heat.
10. Carefully place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
11. Remove from the skillet, cut in half, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from vegetables and sauerkraut, promoting digestive health.
• Provides a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C from bell peppers and antioxidants from mushrooms.

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