8 Fresh, Messy, and Satisfying Plant-Based Reuben Sandwiches

One of the most popular and classic sandwiches in existence is the Reuben sandwich. Traditionally, it consists of corned beef, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing on rye bread. Here are 8 plant-based versions that emulate and expand upon the original!

1. Tempeh Reuben Sandwich

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Tempeh Reuben Sandwiches are the best! They’re the perfect lunch to keep you full and happy for the rest of the day!! You have to try this Tempeh Reuben Sandwich by Ashley Smyczek!

2. Reuben Scramble ‘Wiches

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Whether you choose to make these Reuben Scramble ‘Wiches by Celine Steen & Tamasin Noyes for a savory breakfast dish or a light dinner, you’ll love the way the spices in the tofu mingle with the sauerkraut to create this very satisfying open-faced sandwich.

3. Mayim Bialik’s Reuben Sandwich

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A vegan Reuben? That’s right. Delicious, savory, and filled with plant-based goodness, these sandwiches are addicting. It can be hard to give up your favorite sandwich when you decide to eat more plant-based foods … That is until you learn that you can make everything you’ve ever dreamed of, like this vegan Reuben sandwich! It recreates the flavor of a classic deli Reuben with ingredients and spices that mimic the original to a T. It’s packed with veggie bacon, sauerkraut, and deliciously spiced onions. Grilling the rye bread makes all the difference, so don’t skip that step! Try out Mayim Bialik’s Reuben Sandwich by Mayim Bialik for your next lunch! You’ll be glad you did!

4. Zucchini Reuben With Homemade Thousand Island Dressing

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Making Thousand Island dressing with good quality ingredients and fewer sweeteners makes for a healthier Reuben, especially a veggie-forward version. The zucchini is roasted with smoky herbs for a heartier bite. Make several sandwiches, or serve the zucchini with other dishes. This Zucchini Reuben With Homemade Thousand Island Dressing by Quelcy Kogel is spectacular!

5. Reuben Burger

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It’s time to get creative with your burger toppings. Dress up your average veggie burger patty with the classic flavors of a Reuben! Add on this homemade, spicy thousand island dressing, fresh shredded cabbage, and sauerkraut. You have to try this Reuben Burger by Zsu Dever!

6. Sweet Potato Reuben Sandwich

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The traditional Reuben consists of roasted corn beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing. In this unique take on the classic sandwich, the meat is substituted for savory, roasted sweet potato greased in coconut oil, and the rest of the toppings are the same but dairy-free. Make sure to serve this Sweet Potato Reuben Sandwich by Quelcy Kogel on toasted rye bread for ultra-authentic flavor.

7. Best Beet Reuben

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Typically, a Reuben sandwich is made with corned beef, sauerkraut, and swiss cheese all slapped together between a couple of saucy slices of rye bread. This Best Beet Reuben by Shanna Laychuk is very similar, just veg-ified. Nice thinly sliced beets and turnips instead of the corned beef, fermented cashew cheese instead of regular Swiss, and some seriously punchy raw sauerkraut. Pretty simple. Rye bread specifically adds a level of nuttiness, a dense earthy molasses-y flavor that is perfect for the punchiness of the sauerkraut. The sauce, which is a tangy delight, just tops it all off.

8. The ‘Ruby’ Tempeh Reuben Sandwich

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Move over, Reuben! “The Ruby” is here! This mouthwatering sandwich is bursting with flavor: marinated tempeh, creamy homemade Thousand Island dressing, toasty bread, and tangy beet and cabbage sauerkraut. Depending on how you decide to build your sandwich, you can make this completely gluten-free and oil-free (just make your own oil-free vegan mayo!), in addition to being 100 percent plant-based. The ‘Ruby’ Tempeh Reuben Sandwich by Larice Feuerstein is legendarily good!

Learn How to Cook Plant-Based Meals at Home!

Reducing your meat intake and eating more plant-based foods is known to help with chronic inflammation, heart health, mental well-being, fitness goals, nutritional needs, allergies, gut health, and more! Dairy consumption also has been linked to many health problems, including acne, hormonal imbalance, cancer, and prostate cancer, and has many side effects.

For those of you interested in eating more plant-based, we highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App — with over 15,000 delicious recipes, it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help reduce your environmental footprint, save animals and get healthy! And, while you are at it, we encourage you to also learn about the ecological and health benefits of a plant-based diet.

Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Weekly Vegan Meal Plans
• Plant-Based Health Resources
• Plant-Based Food & Recipes
• Plant-Based Nutrition Resources
• The Ultimate Guide to Plant-Based Nutrition
• Budget-Friendly Plant-Based Recipes
• High Protein Plant-Based Recipes
• Plant-Based Meal Prep

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