Turkey Sandwich
Classic turkey sandwich — sliced turkey, lettuce, tomato, cheese, mayo, mustard on toasted bread. The reliable lunch standard. Quality turkey and good bread make all the difference.
Prep Time
18 min
Cook Time
12 min
Servings
6
Calories
345 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Turkey1 ½
- Bread3 slices
- Lettuce3 cups
- Tomato3 medium
- Onion1 ½ medium
- Mayonnaise4 ½ tbsp
- Salt1 ½ tsp
- Black Pepper¾ tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Turkey1.5
- Bread3 slices
- Lettuce3 cups
- Tomato3 medium
- Onion1.5 medium
- Mayonnaise4.5 tbsp
- Salt1.5 tsp
- Black Pepper0.75 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Toast 4 slices of bread (sourdough, whole grain, or country white) to medium-dark.
- 2
Spread one side of each slice with mayo (1 tablespoon per slice). Spread one slice with 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- 3
Layer the bottom slice (mayo side up): lettuce leaf, 2 slices tomato (salted), 6 oz sliced turkey breast (deli or homemade), 1-2 slices Swiss or provolone cheese.
- 4
Add: 4-5 sliced pickles, 2 thin slices of red onion (optional), a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- 5
Top with the second slice (mustard side down, mayo side up — for a moisture barrier on both sides).
- 6
Press gently. Slice diagonally. Eat immediately. Or wrap in parchment for a packed lunch.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Quality turkey. Boar's Head or Dietz & Watson from deli counter.
- 2.Toast the bread. Pale toast goes soggy.
- 3.Salt the tomato. Amplifies flavor.
- 4.Mayo + mustard. The combination beats either alone.
🔬 Why It Works
Classic turkey sandwiches succeed with quality ingredients (good bread, fresh turkey, ripe tomato, real condiments). The toasted bread holds up; the mayo provides moisture barrier; the vegetables provide freshness. Simple but satisfying when components are quality.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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