If you are craving the classic Reuben sandwich but don't want to compromise your keto diet, then you are going to love this open-faced Keto Reuben sandwich with all the savory flavors but without all of the carbs. This simple reuben recipe is one you and your whole family will love.
I personally love reuben sandwiches, so when I started following the keto diet, I knew I had to find a way to make one. I started by making my own keto recipe for homemade rye flavored bagel studded with caraway seeds and used my favorite recipe for Thousand Islands dressing as a sauce. The two main ingredients that bring all the carbs to a classic reuben sandwich.
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❤️ Why you'll love this Keto Reuben
Satisfying and flavorful: while this recipe has only 5 net carbs per serving, it certainly is packed with the same delicious flavor of a classic reuben sandwich.
Keto-Friendly Ingredients: This open-faced Reuben is a keto take on the classic sandwich that combines the goodness of a keto rye bagel, thinly sliced corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and a homemade Thousand Islands dressing.
Repurposing leftovers: this is a great way to use any leftover corned beef from your St. Patrick's Day celebration!
Customizable: this is a recipe for two people, however it is easy to increase amounts to adjust for more people.
🥘 Ingredients
Keto rye bagel: this is a homemade bagel is made with caraway seeds and has the flavor of the rye bread in the original sandwich.
Corned beef: either make your own homemade corn beef (I love this Instant Pot Corned Beef recipe) or buy it from the deli counter in thin slices.
Sugar-free Thousand Island Dressing
Swiss cheese
Sauerkraut: read the labels on the ingredient list and be sure to pick a tangy sauerkraut that has no added sugars.
🔪 Instructions
- Pre-heat toaster oven on broil setting while assembling your sandwich
- Slice keto rye bagel in half and cover each half with 1 tablespoon Thousand Island Dressing.
- Place 2 ounces corned beef on each bagel half over top of the dressing.
- Place 1 tablespoon (or more if you wish) sauerkraut on top of corned beef.
- Lay 1 ounce slice of Swiss cheese on top of the sauerkraut.
- Place open face sandwich in toaster oven and broil until swiss cheese layer is melted and bubbly.
🥄 Equipment
Toaster oven or oven
Sharp knife
Cutting board
🥫Storage
Refrigerate: store unused ingredients in an airtight container up to 4 days.
📖 Variations
Swap Meat Options: Experiment with corned beef, turkey, or smoked salmon for a different flavor profile.
Cheese Varieties: Substitute Swiss cheese with smoked Gruyère or provolone for a unique taste.
Vegetarian Version: Opt for grilled portobello mushrooms as a meat substitute.
Spice it Up: Add a touch of heat with some spicy mustard or hot sauce in the dressing.
💭 Tips
- If desired, make this a sandwich using keto bread and grill it on a skillet.
- For an extra toasty sandwich, toast the bagel before assembling the sandwich ingredients.
🙋 FAQ's
What kind of meat do you eat on a Keto Reuben Sandwich?
The traditional meat is corned beef. You can buy it at the deli counter, or you can used leftover corned beef from a roast. You can also use deli turkey or pastrami.
What kind of dressing do you use in a Keto Reuben Sandwich?
The traditional is Russian. We prefer Thousand Island Dressing. The flavors however, are very similar where the Russian dressing may have a sweeter side (and no pickles).
What do you eat with a Keto Reuben Sandwich?
When your eating a Keto Reuben, I recommend eating a low carb dill pickle or Pickled Green Beans! If you have a hankering for a chip on the side, try this Keto Zucchini Chips with Everything but the Bagel Seasoning!
📚 Related Recipes
Homemade Corned Beef Hash and Eggs can easily be made keto by subbing radishes for the potatoes!
Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup is another favorite to make with leftover corned beef and it is also keto friendly.
If you love buffalo flavors, you will love this low carb buffalo chicken casserole dish!
These keto cabbage rolls are a family favorite.
Try one of these Grilled Reuben Burgers and serve on a rye bagel instead of the bread.
🍽 Serve with..
Serve this open faced keto reuben with a side of dill pickles and veggies.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Keto Reuben: Low Carb Gluten Free Open Faced Sandwich
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Ingredients
- [1 Keto Rye Bagel]
- [2 tablespoons Thousand Island Dressing]
- 4 oz sliced corned beef
- 4 tablespoons sauerkraut
- 2 oz sliced swiss cheese
Instructions
- Pre-heat toaster oven on broil setting while assembling your sandwich
- Slice keto rye bagel in half and cover each half with 1 tablespoon Thousand Island Dressing.
- Place 2 ounces corned beef on each bagel half over top of the dressing.
- Place 1 tablespoon (or more if you wish) sauerkraut on top of corned beef.
- Lay 1 ounce slice of Swiss cheese on top of the sauerkraut.
- Place open face sandwich in toaster oven and broil until swiss cheese layer is melted and bubbly.
