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Vegan Reuben Sandwich Recipe

The real reason to own a skillet: this next-level Vegan Reuben. Crunchy grilled rye, layers of savory, smoky vegan corned beef, gooey provolone, and a tangy Russian dressing that does not miss. It’s crispy, it’s messy, it’s glorious—it checks every box on the “ridiculously satisfying sandwich” list. And yes, you do need one. Immediately.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 1066 kcal
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Israeli

Ingredients

For the Russian dressing:
  • 4 teaspoons grated onion
  • 1 tablespoon pickle finely minced
  • ¼ cup vegan mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup vegan sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
For the Sandwich:
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ½ cup onion sliced
  • ¾ cups Sauerkraut drained
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 4 slices rye bread seeded or marbled
  • 4 slices smoked vegan provolone
  • ¼ lb. vegan corned beef very thinly sliced
  • 4 gherkins optional

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, combine the grated onion, minced pickle, vegan mayonnaise, vegan sour cream, ketchup, horseradish, and sriracha. Stir until smooth and well mixed.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and lightly golden. Add the drained sauerkraut and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Spread the vegan butter on one side of each slice of rye bread. Place two slices of bread, buttered side down into the hot skillet and grill for 2 minutes until grilled and golden.
  4. Spread half of the Russian dressing on each slice, then layer with the vegan corned beef. Divide the sauerkraut mixture evenly over the corned beef.
  5. Place the remaining two slices of bread in the pan, buttered side down, and spread the remaining Russian dressing on top. Place the smoked vegan provolone over the dressing. Cover the pan and cook for 2 minutes until the cheese melts and the bottom of the slices are golden brown.
  6. Carefully place the cheese-topped bread over the assembled halves to complete the sandwiches.
  7. Slice in half and serve with gherkins, if using.

Notes

  • 🥬 Kraut Control:
  • Nobody wants a soggy Reuben. Give your sauerkraut a good squeeze before adding it to the sandwich—it keeps things crisp, not sloppy.
  • Nobody wants a soggy Reuben. Give your sauerkraut a good squeeze before adding it to the sandwich—it keeps things crisp, not sloppy.
  • 🍳 Fryday, I’m in Love:
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  • Give vegan corned beef a quick steam, pan-fry, or microwave zap before assembling for a warm, juicy bite.
  • Give vegan corned beef a quick steam, pan-fry, or microwave zap before assembling for a warm, juicy bite.
  • 🧈 We Rye-ot:
  • Spread that vegan butter directly on the rye bread, not in the pan. It toasts up more evenly and gives you that deep golden crust.
  • Spread that vegan butter directly on the rye bread, not in the pan. It toasts up more evenly and gives you that deep golden crust.
  • 🧀 A Lid-le Help From My Friends:
  • Pop a lid on the pan while grilling to trap the heat—this helps the vegan cheese melt properly and prevents that “melted-on-the-edges, solid-in-the-center” disaster.
  • Pop a lid on the pan while grilling to trap the heat—this helps the vegan cheese melt properly and prevents that “melted-on-the-edges, solid-in-the-center” disaster.

Nutrition Information

Calories 1066kcal (53%) Carbohydrates 77g (26%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 73g (112%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Polyunsaturated Fat 10g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 2g Sodium 2743mg (114%) Potassium 420mg (12%) Fiber 10g (40%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 122IU (2%) Vitamin C 23mg (26%) Calcium 127mg (13%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2sandwiches

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1066

% Daily Value*

Calories 1066kcal 53%
Carbohydrates 77g 26%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 73g 112%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10g 59%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 2g 100%
Sodium 2743mg 114%
Potassium 420mg 9%
Fiber 10g 40%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 122IU 2%
Vitamin C 23mg 26%
Calcium 127mg 13%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.