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    Home » Low Carb Keto Recipes » Keto Main Dish

    Keto Reuben - Open Faced Bagel Sandwich

    Published: Mar 1, 2019 Last updated: May 13, 2022 by Shelby Law Ruttan · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    A low carb, open-faced version of the popular Reuben Sandwich made with a homemade Keto Rye Bagel and Sugar-Free Thousand Island Dressing
    Keto Reuben Open-Faced Sandwich on wooden tray with side of pickles and a striped napkin in the background

    This Keto Reuben is an Open-Faced Sandwich made with plenty of corned beef, cheese, sauerkraut, and thousand island dressing. piled on top of one half of a low carb Rye Bagel. This hearty bagel melt is perfect for using up any leftover meat you may have from your corned beef dinner!

    The popular Reuben Sandwich just got a keto makeover! This low carb bagel melt has all the flavor and comfort you get from the original recipe. And, you will get that comfort food satisfaction when you have this on your plate!

    Keto Reuben Bagel Melt on a wooden plate with multi-colored striped napkin in background

    Why I made this Keto Reuben Sandwich

    My very favorite sandwich pre-keto was the Reuben. I loved the buttery toasted rye bread combined with the salty corned beef and tangy sauerkraut. Buttery swiss cheese and a sweet and tangy Thousand Island Dressing were just delicious on this corned beef sandwich!

    I knew I had to have a low carb version that I would be able to enjoy when I had the craving for a Reuben. So, in preparation for this sandwich, I went ahead and created a Keto Rye Bagel and a sugar-free Thousand Island Dressing recipe. This was a double win for me because the dressing also happens to be Grumpy's favorite dressing of all time!

    Open Faced Keto Reuben Bagel Sandwich on cookie sheet

    What is a Keto Reuben Open-Faced Sandwich?

    The Keto Reuben is a low carb version of an American Grilled Sandwich made up of corned beef, sauerkraut, cheese, and Russian Dressing. I used a Keto Rye Bagel instead of bread and used a sugar-free Thousand Island Dressing to sauce it up!!

    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, or you can used leftover corned beef from a roast. However, I have used turkey or pastrami. When you use pastrami, you do have what is called the "Rachael". I feel you can add any type of protein that is your preference.

    Can I substitute Coleslaw for Sauerkraut?

    You can, but that again, turns this Keto Reuben into a Rachael sandwich, especially if you use pastrami! I personally love the tang of sauerkraut in this sandwich!

    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 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!

    How to make your Open-Faced Keto Reuben Sandwich

    Slice your bagel in half and assemble ingredients needed for the sandwich.

    Bagel sliced in half with sauerkraut, dressing, and corned beef slices assembled around the bagel in preparation for assembly.

    Place 1 tablespoon dressing on top of each bagel half.

    sliced bagels with thousand island dressing on top of each bagel to being laying.

    Place 2 oz corned beef slices and 1 tablespoon sauerkraut on top of the dressing layer.

    Reuben Assembled with dressing meat, and sauerkraut,

    Place a cheese slice on top of the sauerkraut and place bagel in the toaster oven or regular oven on the broil setting.

    Reuben Assembled with dressing meat, sauerkraut, and cheese.

    Broil sandwiches until cheese has melted and started to brown. Remove from the toaster oven and enjoy!

    Broiled Keto Reuben Sandwich - Open Faced Bagel Melt on baking sheet

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    When I am making lunch for just myself or even for just Grumpy and me, I hate to heat my oven up for just a small sandwich. That is why I LOVE my Hamilton Beach Toaster Oven. Not only does it quickly heat up, but it has my keto Reubens hot and toasty in no time flat!

    Other Recipes made with leftover Corned Beef

    • Homemade Corned Beef Hash and Eggs
    • Corned Beef and Cabbage Soup
    • Reuben Casserole

    *If you made this Keto Reuben, please give it a star rating*

    Keto Reuben Open-Faced Sandwich on wooden tray with side of pickles and a striped napkin in the background

    Keto Reuben - Open Faced Sandwich

    Shelby Law Ruttan
    A low carb, open-faced version of the popular Reuben Sandwich made with a homemade Keto Rye Bagel and Sugar-Free Thousand Island Dressing
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 7 mins
    Cook Time 7 mins
    Total Time 14 mins
    Course Keto Main Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 open faced sandwiches
    Calories 321 kcal

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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 while assembling your sandwich
    • Slice bagel in half and cover each half with 1 tablespoon Thousand Island Dressing.
    • Place 2 oz corned beef on each bagel half.
    • Place 1 tablespoon (or more if you wish) sauerkraut on top of corned beef.
    • Lay 1 oz slice swiss cheese on top of sauerkraut.
    • Place in toaster oven and broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

    Notes

    Net Carbs = 5.5

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/2 bagel sandwichCalories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 19gFat: 24.5gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 741mgFiber: 2.5g
    Keyword Corned Beef Sandwich, Keto Reuben Sandwich, Open-Faced Sandwich, Reuben Melt
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    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Shelby is the author/owner of Grumpy's Honeybunch. Established in 2007, she shares and preserves family recipes as well as recipes for cooking light and keto. She has authored the One-Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook. She is an experienced, self-taught home cook who loves to share recipes with others. She also authors the websites Honeybunch Hunts and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. You can see her work on websites such as Veal Made Easy, Parade, Community Table, SoFab Food, Yummly, and FoodGawker.

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