Heart-Healthy Chopped Cheese Sandwich

Satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals with this Heart-Healthy Chopped Cheese Sandwich! Packed with lean ground turkey, vibrant veggies like red bell peppers and onions, and melted reduced-fat cheddar cheese, this lighter twist on the classic deli favorite delivers bold flavors and wholesome nutrition in every bite. Whole wheat sub rolls provide added fiber, while a tangy low-sodium ketchup and Dijon mustard sauce ties it all together perfectly. Topped with fresh romaine lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this sandwich is not only delicious but also loaded with heart-smart ingredients. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, it’s a fantastic option for busy weeknight dinners or a satisfying lunch on the go. Indulge guilt-free in this nutritious, protein-packed delight that proves healthy eating can still taste amazing!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 rolls whole wheat sub rolls
• 500 grams lean ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 100 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 tablespoons low-sodium ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 cup romaine lettuce, shredded
• 2 medium tomato, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet, and sauté for 5 minutes until they are soft and beginning to caramelize.

Step 3

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until all the meat is browned and cooked through.

Step 5

Season the cooked turkey with salt and black pepper. Reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the cooked turkey in the skillet. Cover for 2 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the low-sodium ketchup and Dijon mustard to create a sauce.

Step 8

Open the whole wheat sub rolls and spread about 1 tablespoon of the ketchup-mustard sauce inside each roll.

Step 9

Divide the cheesy turkey mixture evenly among the sub rolls.

Step 10

Top each sandwich with shredded romaine lettuce and slices of tomato.

Step 11

Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the top halves of the rolls.

Step 12

Close the sandwiches and cut each one in half to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1663.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2360.5

Total Fat 101.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 410.7mg	0%
Sodium 4278.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 50.7g
Protein 165.4g	0%

Vitamin D 21.4IU	0%
Calcium 1065.5mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 3022.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 35.4%