This delicious Layered Reuben Salad is a twist on the classic Reuben sandwich, featuring layers of crispy lettuce, tangy sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, corned beef, and a creamy Thousand Island dressing. It's a refreshing and flavorful salad that is perfect for lunch or as a side dish. The combination of flavors and textures in this salad will satisfy your cravings for a Reuben sandwich in a healthier way. Try this easy recipe today and enjoy the taste of a Reuben in a whole new way!
Ingredients
- 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sauerkraut, drained and squeezed dry
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup thinly sliced deli corned beef, chopped
- 1/2 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 1/4 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- In a large glass bowl or trifle dish, layer half of the shredded lettuce.
- Spread the sauerkraut evenly over the lettuce.
- Sprinkle half of the Swiss cheese over the sauerkraut.
- Top with half of the chopped corned beef.
- In a small bowl, combine the Thousand Island dressing, chopped pickles, parsley, green onions, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Spread half of the dressing mixture over the corned beef in the trifle dish.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining lettuce, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, corned beef, and dressing.
- Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The Reuben sandwich, which inspired this salad, was first created in the early 20th century in the United States by a New York deli owner named Arnold Reuben.
The classic Reuben sandwich traditionally consists of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing, grilled between slices of rye bread.