Gut Healthy Pastrami Sandwich That’s Full of Flavor

This Gut Healthy Pastrami Sandwich is savory, customizable, and perfect for a satisfying meal.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 25

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sandwich

200 grams Pastrami preferably grass-fed for better gut health
4 slices Rye Bread whole grain is a fantastic substitution
2 slices Swiss Cheese gouda can be a great alternative
2 tablespoons Mustard spicy mustard for extra kick
4 slices Pickles dill pickles are traditional

For Custom Toppings

1 cup Lettuce can swap with spinach for more iron
1 medium Tomatoes use vine-ripened for best flavor
1/4 cup Onions red onions enhance flavor beautifully
1 medium Avocado adds gut-friendly fats

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Gather all necessary ingredients including pastrami, rye bread, Swiss cheese, mustard, and pickles.
Heat a skillet on medium heat and toast two slices of rye bread for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
Spread mustard on each slice, stack pastrami, then top with Swiss cheese and any fresh toppings.
Grill the sandwich in the skillet for 3 minutes on each side until the cheese melts.
Let the sandwich cool slightly, then cut in half and add pickles.
Serve your sandwich with pickles and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This sandwich is customizable with various toppings and can be made vegetarian with smoked tempeh.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!