Open-faced St. Patty Melts

Health score
8%
Open-faced St. Patty Melts
20 min.
4
470kcal

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Get ready to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a deliciously unique way with our Open-faced St. Patty Melts! This quick and satisfying dish is perfect for lunch or dinner, combining the bold flavors of lean corned beef, creamy Swiss cheese, and crispy coleslaw all piled high on toasted whole wheat or rye bread. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal that pays homage to the traditional Irish ingredients while offering a fun twist on a classic melt.

Whether you're entertaining friends or simply indulging in a flavorful weeknight meal, these melts have a little something for everyone. The contrasting textures of the creamy mayo-ketchup spread and the crunchy coleslaw create a delightful bite that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, with each sandwich clocking in at approximately 470 calories, you can enjoy a guilt-free feast!

So preheat that oven, gather up your ingredients, and let’s embark on a culinary journey that brings a taste of Ireland to your dining table. The Open-faced St. Patty Melts will not only satisfy your hunger but also warm your heart with its festive charm. Dive in and discover why this dish is destined to become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups coleslaw mix 
  • tablespoon catsup 
  • 0.8 pound corned beef lean thinly sliced
  • tablespoons mayonnaise 
  • slices cocktail rye bread whole wheat
  • 0.5 pound swiss cheese thinly sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • toaster

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 (or use a toaster oven set to medium).
  2. Heat corned beef in a skillet over medium heat until warm. While warming, place bread on a baking sheet. Stir together mayonnaise and ketchup, and spread evenly on bread.
  3. Divide warmed corned beef among bread slices, and top with desired amount of coleslaw and Swiss cheese.
  4. Bake open-faced sandwiches until cheese melts and bread is thoroughly toasted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories470kcal
Protein30.73%
Fat52.2%
Carbs17.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.33
Glycemic Load
7.74
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.523043460172%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:469.97kcal
23.5%
Fat:27.69g
42.6%
Saturated Fat:12.86g
80.39%
Carbohydrates:20.38g
6.79%
Net Carbohydrates:17.85g
6.49%
Sugar:2.91g
3.23%
Cholesterol:101.23mg
33.74%
Sodium:927.78mg
40.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.69g
73.38%
Calcium:569.97mg
57%
Selenium:27.22µg
38.89%
Phosphorus:374.72mg
37.47%
Vitamin K:32.65µg
31.1%
Vitamin B12:1.72µg
28.68%
Zinc:2.91mg
19.38%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.47%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.64%
Iron:2.77mg
15.4%
Folate:52.28µg
13.07%
Vitamin C:9.89mg
11.99%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.82%
Vitamin A:522.35IU
10.45%
Fiber:2.52g
10.09%
Magnesium:35.22mg
8.8%
Vitamin B3:1.37mg
6.83%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.14%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.13%
Copper:0.1mg
4.78%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.53%
Potassium:149.94mg
4.28%
Source:My Recipes