This deli counter turkey sandwich is BIG on flavor! Crunchy bun, sliced turkey, creamy Swiss cheese, and topped with coleslaw and sweet dressing. This will easily become your go-to sandwich!
I call this the ‘deli counter’ sandwich since I get most of the ingredients from saying ‘Can I have a 1/4 pound of this…’ at the deli counter because like the beer being mine, I am just making this sandwich for myself. Mine, mine, mine! The fellas in my house don’t have the affinity I do for a good sandwich. No worries, more for me.
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What movie pairs well with a sandwich and craft beer?
For entertainment, we are watching a show called The Detour. It is a HILARIOUS comedy about a family you will easily fall in love with. The perfect escape and a very binge-worthy watch.
What beer pairs well with a deli counter turkey sandwich?
The beer: Oberon from Bell’s Brewing.
It’s officially Oberon season! So tonight for Mitten Movie Night we picked this up from a great store in St. Joseph, MI called The Liquor Cabinet. When looking to get lost in rows and rows of craft beer I suggest you go and take a visit if you’re in the area.
This amount made for a big sandwich with lots of flavors. If you’re making one sandwich (like me) get 1/4 sliced turkey then order the smallest bowl of coleslaw (around 1/4 pound).
The deli at my local store has homemade rolls that are amazing so I hope you do too, grab one! I use them to make my Portobello Mushroom Burger. Right by the counter, you can get slices of cheese, so I picked up some Swiss cheese.
I was lucky enough to have the dressing so that was taken care of.
Ingredients
This deli turkey sandwich has-
- Sliced turkey lunch meat. Grab this from your local grocery store sliced to your liking. I feel this works great with thin or thick slices. You can also swap out the traditional oven-roasted turkey breast for a seasoned variety.
- A high-quality bakery bun. For this, I used a Kaiser roll.
- Sliced Swiss cheese.
- Coleslaw. While purchasing the turkey, grab a container that is pre-made from the deli counter.
- Catalina dressing.
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Deli Counter Turkey Sandwich
How to make a deli counter turkey sandwich step-by-step
Take a baking sheet then cut the bun in half, slather with butter, and place face down. Put 1/4 turkey on the sheet pan with the bun then add the sliced cheese on top.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes. As you can see below, baking the bun alongside the turkey and cheese make it the perfect base to build this turkey sandwich.
After all is done assemble the bun, turkey with the melted cheese, coleslaw, and drizzle with dressing.
Tips & Variations
- You can find deli coleslaw in the cold deli section of your local grocery store. It is either in the same case as the sliced lunch meat or you can find pre-filled containers.
- I like the bun for this to be really crispy and crunchy, but if you don’t you can add the bun about halfway through baking the turkey or you can just leave the bun uncooked.
- Make your own homemade Catalina dressing with this recipe from Diethood.
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From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
Deli Counter Turkey Sandwich
Equipment
- 9×13 baking sheet
- spatula
Ingredients
- 1 whole grain bun
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1/4 pound sliced turkey
- 1/4 pound coleslaw prepared from the deli
- 1 slice swiss cheese
- 2 tablespoons catalina dressing I used Kraft Classic Catalina
Instructions
- Apply butter to each side of the bun and place it face down on the baking sheet. Put 1/4 turkey on the sheet pan with the bun then add the sliced cheese on top.1 whole grain bun, 1 teaspoon butter, 1/4 pound sliced turkey, 1 slice swiss cheese
- Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
- After the meat and buns are done baking, add the turkey to the bun, top with, coleslaw, and drizzle with dressing. Enjoy!1/4 pound coleslaw, 2 tablespoons catalina dressing
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Notes
Tips for making this recipe:
- If you like the bun to be just slightly warmed you can butter and add it to the pan after the meat and cheese bake for 5 minutes.
- Since this is a one-person sandwich, there is no need to store this. Keep the ingredients separate before baking and assembling the sandwich.
This post was originally from March 2017-it and has been updated with photos & text.
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Last Updated on May 6, 2023 by Erin@BottomLeftoftheMitten
Thanks for sharing this great insight with me. A lot of yummy food here!
Warmly,
Celeste | ohhelloceleste.com
Thanks so much Celeste!
I am a vegetarian so I will not be able to try this recipe. Although I love your presentation and the way you have provided option to customize it to different servings
I appreciate it Neha :’)
I shouldn’t be reading food posts at this time of night. Wow I am hungry.
It always seems I find myself on Pinterest when I’m at my most hungry too Lol. Thank you!!
This looks delicious. I’m gonna make this one. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, hope you enjoy!
This sammy looks amazing! Like hit me against the head amazing.
Lol, thank you Andrea!
You make a deli sandwich look so easy! YUM!
Thanks a bunch, it really is easy and delicious.
Yum this look delicious. I’m so hungry. xx
Thank you Anna!
That looks like one stuffed sandwich! A proper sized one – enjoy it all to yourself – more fool the boys for not wanting some!
Yes perfect for on Emma. Thank you!
I love a good sandwich! Coleslaw is a great addition!
I would eat coleslaw on all sandwiches if I could. So good! Thank you for stopping by.
Catalina dressing. I haven’t thought about that dressing for a long time. I love turkey sandwiches and this one looks super delicious!
It is a forgotten dressing Elaine, your right :’) Great on sandwiches. I have a friend who uses it as steak sauce…not sure about that thought lol. Thank you!
This sandwich looks delicious! Coleslaw makes everything better. 🙂
Agreed Dominique! Thank you.
Ohh I love deli sandwiches! I’ll have to make this for lunch soon!
Enjoy, Nicole!
Toasting the bun – very important in my book. This looks amazing!
I agree-makes it so good!
Toasting the bun is essential in my book! This looks amazing.
Yummy. Baking really adds flavor to this sandwich. It lets them all combine. Great Job.
Thank you so much, Kim!
Mmmm I think I might make this today, yummo
It’s really good, hope you enjoy it!