A Reuben sandwich is a tasty combination of corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing on rye or pumpernickel bread. It's also high in sodium, fat and calories. Substituting turkey for corned beef reduces calorie and fat content but not sodium.
Corned Beef Reuben
The calories in a Reuben sandwich can vary. According to Fat Secret, a Reuben sandwich contains 463 calories and 29.69g of fat. An Arby's corned beef Reuben sandwich contains 700 calories and 32g of fat.
Turkey Reuben
Most turkey Reuben sandwiches have 150 to 200 fewer calories than traditional Reuben sandwiches. An Arby's roast turkey Reuben sandwich has 594 calories and 30g of fat. A turkey Reuben from Jason's Deli contains 83 fewer calories and 13g of fat, according to Calorie King.
Watch the Sodium
Reuben sandwiches should be an occasional treat because of their high sodium content. A regular Reuben contains 1,377 mg of sodium; an Arby's Reuben contains 1,870 mg of sodium: Arby's roasted turkey Reuben contains 1,318 mg; and Jason's Deli's turkey Reuben contains a whopping 3,047 mg.
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