High Protein Turkey Sandwich

Say goodbye to dull turkey sandwiches and hello to this upgraded version of the classic turkey club! This isn’t your average sandwich—it’s a protein-packed, flavour-filled meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious.

The star of this recipe is the avocado spread, which replaces traditional mayonnaise for a creamy, flavourful twist packed with healthy fats. Layered with juicy turkey, crispy bacon, fresh tomato, and crunchy lettuce, every bite offers the perfect combination of textures and flavours. To top it off, we’ve added egg whites for an extra boost of protein, making this sandwich a brilliant choice for a filling lunch or post-workout meal.

To make this sandwich truly exceptional, it’s all about the quality of your ingredients:

• Turkey: Choose freshly roasted turkey from your local deli, use leftover turkey breast from a homemade roast, or opt for high-quality, packaged deli slices that are nitrate-free and contain no added sugar.

• Bread: Select wholegrain, sourdough, or your favourite sandwich bread to enhance the texture and nutritional value.

This turkey club sandwich isn’t just delicious, it’s versatile. Whether you’re preparing lunches for the week or making a quick meal, it’s simple to put together and will keep you energised for hours. Serve it alongside a light salad or vegetable sticks for a well-balanced plate that’s perfect for any time of the day.

If you’re looking to elevate your sandwich game, this recipe is an absolute must-try. It’s hearty, nourishing, and bursting with flavour!

High Protein Turkey Sandwich

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Author: Rachel Aust

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 8 MinTotal time: 13 Min

The turkey sandwich just got an upgrade! This version is essentially a turkey club. It has the bread, the turkey, the bacon, tomato, and crispy lettuce, but a tasty avocado spread takes the place of mayonnaise, and egg whites join the party to add protein. Each bite is hearty and full-flavoured, the textures are phenomenal, and this sandwich will keep you full for hours. For the best turkey sandwich, head to your local deli to buy slices of turkey breasts roasted that day, use leftover turkey breast you’ve roasted yourself, or choose packaged deli slices with no added sugar that is nitrate-free.

Ingredients

• 2 slices whole wheat bread
• 2 slices uncured bacon
• 2 egg whites
• ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt, divided
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper, divided
• ½ medium avocado, mashed
• 1 tablespoon chopped onion, red or white
• 2 teaspoons of your favorite jarred salsa
• 2-3 butter lettuce leaves
• 2 slices Roma tomato
• 85 grams sliced turkey breast

Instructions

1. Lightly toast the bread and set aside.
2. Heat a skillet over medium. Add the bacon and cook for 5-7 minutes or until crispy, then place on paper towels to drain.
3. Pour some of the bacon fat out of the skillet and place the skillet over medium-low.
4. Whisk the egg whites with half the salt and half the black pepper. If you make the turkey sandwich without the bacon, add a little oil to the skillet before cooking the egg whites.
5. Pour the egg whites into the skillet and cook until set.
6. Combine the mashed avocado with the onion, salsa, and the remaining salt and black pepper.
7. Spread the bread slices with avocado. Then layer lettuce, bacon, tomato, egg whites, and turkey on top.

Notes

Skip the bacon if you wish.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

612.04

Fat (grams)

29.49 g

Carbs (grams)

50.41 g

Fiber (grams)

13.02 g

Protein (grams)

38.85 g

While I do my best to calculate the nutritional information these figures should be considered estimates only.

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