Smoked Turkey Sandwiches with Orange Cranberry Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Smoked Turkey Sandwiches with Orange Cranberry Sauce
45 min.
4
321kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch game with a sandwich that's bursting with flavors? Welcome to the delightful world of Smoked Turkey Sandwiches with Orange Cranberry Sauce! This recipe is not only dairy-free, but it also brings a refreshing twist to the traditional turkey sandwich, making it perfect for any meal of the day—be it lunch, dinner, or anything in between.

Imagine biting into two layers of hearty whole grain bread, toasted to a golden perfection, enveloping savory, thinly sliced smoked turkey breast, and topped with a zesty onion mix that adds a delightful crunch and tang. What sets this sandwich apart is the luscious orange cranberry sauce. The mix of sweet and tart flavors will make your taste buds dance, bringing a cheerful touch that complements the rich turkey wonderfully.

The beauty of this dish lies not just in its deliciousness, but also in its simplicity. You can easily prepare the onion and cranberry mixtures a day ahead, allowing you to whip up this scrumptious sandwich in just 45 minutes. With only 321 calories per serving, you can enjoy this guilt-free treat while indulging in its satisfying taste. So, whether you're enjoying it during a sunny lunch or as a quick dinner, these Smoked Turkey Sandwiches with Orange Cranberry Sauce promise to be a hit on your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 
  • tablespoons optional: dill fresh chopped
  • slices bread whole toasted
  • 1.5 teaspoons orange zest grated
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • medium size onion sweet thinly sliced (such as Maui)
  • bunch watercress thick trimmed
  • ounces turkey breast smoked thinly sliced
  • 0.8 cup roasted cranberry sauce canned

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix onion, apple cider vinegar, dill and sugar in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  2. Mix cranberry sauce and orange peel in small bowl. (Onion mixture and cranberry mixture can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover separately and refrigerate.)
  3. Place all bread slices on work surface.
  4. Spread cranberry mixture over slices, dividing equally. Top 4 bread slices with onion mixture, then turkey and watercress, dividing equally. Top with remaining 4 bread slices, cranberry side down, and serve.
  5. Per serving: calories, 296; total fat, 4 g;
  6. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories321kcal
Protein25.08%
Fat8.55%
Carbs66.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.7
Glycemic Load
15.94
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.749999828961%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.05mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
2.41mg
Myricetin
2.37mg
Quercetin
15.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:321.02kcal
16.05%
Fat:3.09g
4.75%
Saturated Fat:0.58g
3.62%
Carbohydrates:53.97g
17.99%
Net Carbohydrates:49.18g
17.88%
Sugar:25.4g
28.22%
Cholesterol:30.62mg
10.21%
Sodium:381.33mg
16.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.4g
40.79%
Manganese:1.34mg
66.99%
Vitamin B3:8.29mg
41.46%
Selenium:28.03µg
40.04%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.25%
Phosphorus:281.91mg
28.19%
Vitamin K:20.98µg
19.98%
Fiber:4.8g
19.19%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.07%
Magnesium:67.94mg
16.99%
Calcium:127.27mg
12.73%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.46%
Zinc:1.86mg
12.41%
Iron:2.23mg
12.36%
Potassium:422.33mg
12.07%
Folate:48.13µg
12.03%
Copper:0.22mg
11.14%
Vitamin C:8.37mg
10.15%
Vitamin B5:0.93mg
9.29%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.04%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
5.95%
Vitamin A:253.92IU
5.08%
Source:Epicurious