We’re huge sandwich fans here at Fit Foodie Finds, and this is our go-to favorite turkey sandwich recipe. It’s loaded with crisp vegetables, high-quality sliced turkey and cheese, and a bright homemade herby mayo you’ll find yourself making over and over. This sandwich is easy to build, customizable, and perfect for lunches, picnics, or a quick dinner.
Ingredients You Need
These ingredients make four generous sandwiches. The key is fresh, high-quality deli turkey and flavorful bread—sourdough is our top pick.
- Sourdough bread: freshly baked from a bakery or your favorite loaf.
- Stone-ground mustard: for a rustic, tangy layer on one slice of bread.
- Herby mayo: homemade mayo flavored with fresh herbs and lemon (recipe below).
- Sliced turkey: choose a good-quality deli turkey for the best flavor.
- Green tomato: thinly sliced—adds color and bright flavor.
- Red onion: thinly sliced; swap for a milder onion if preferred.
- Alfalfa sprouts: optional but recommended for texture and freshness.
- Avocado: sliced for creaminess and healthy fats.
- Deli pickles: sliced for classic deli-style tang.
- Cucumber: sliced for crunch and freshness.
- Havarti cheese: sliced; any favorite deli cheese works well.
- Romaine lettuce: large leaves give great crunch and structure.
Don’t Skip the Homemade Herby Mayo
A simple herby mayo lifts this sandwich and keeps it bright. It takes just a minute to mix and adds a fresh, tangy finish that pairs with turkey and vegetables.
- Mayonnaise: use your preferred brand or homemade mayo.
- Fresh herbs: we use mint, dill and cilantro for a lively herb flavor.
- Fresh lemon juice: a squeeze to brighten the mayo.
- Sea salt: to taste.
Easy Ingredient Swaps
Make this sandwich your own with a few simple swaps based on what you have on hand.
- Turkey: swap for ham, salami, roast beef, or your favorite deli meat.
- Havarti: swap for Swiss, provolone, white cheddar, or any sliced cheese you prefer.
- Green tomato: can be replaced with a regular slicing tomato.
- Stone-ground mustard: swap for Dijon or classic yellow mustard for a different flavor profile.
Choosing Sandwich Bread
We highly recommend using a freshly baked sourdough—its tang and firm crumb hold up to multiple fillings. If sourdough isn’t available, choose a soft bread with enough structure to support the layers without getting soggy.
Storage
Store components separately until ready to assemble. Keep the herby mayo in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Store sliced turkey, cheese, and prepared vegetables in airtight containers to maintain freshness. Assemble sandwiches right before serving to avoid soggy bread.
What to Serve with This Sandwich
This sandwich pairs beautifully with classic potato chips, a crisp coleslaw, or air-fried sweet potato fries. For a lighter meal, serve a simple side salad or fresh fruit.
Favorite Turkey Sandwich Recipe
Servings: 4 | Prep time: 15 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp sea salt, or to taste
- 8 slices sourdough bread
- ¼ cup stone-ground mustard
- 12 slices turkey
- 1 green tomato, sliced
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup alfalfa sprouts
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 deli pickles, sliced
- ½ large cucumber, sliced
- 6 slices Havarti cheese
- 4 large romaine leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the herby mayo: in a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, chopped mint, dill, cilantro, lemon juice and sea salt until well combined. Taste and adjust salt or lemon as needed.
- Spread a generous layer of the herby mayo on one slice of bread and stone-ground mustard on the other slice for each sandwich.
- Assemble the sandwich: layer turkey over the mayo, then add a slice of green tomato, a few rings of red onion, about ¼ cup sprouts, sliced avocado, a few pickle slices, cucumber, a slice of Havarti, and a romaine leaf. Close with the mustard-topped bread.
- Repeat until all sandwiches are assembled. Slice in half if desired and serve immediately.
Tips & Notes
- Use freshly baked sourdough if possible; it makes the sandwich more flavorful and sturdy.
- Keep moist ingredients like avocado and tomato toward the center to reduce sogginess at the bread edges.
- All ingredients can be swapped to suit dietary preferences—this recipe is highly adaptable.
Nutrition (approximate per sandwich)
Calories: 637 kcal, Carbohydrates: 78 g, Protein: 23 g, Fat: 27 g, Fiber: 9 g, Sugar: 10 g. Nutrition information is an estimate and should be used as a guideline only.
Share & Enjoy
If you try this recipe, we’d love to hear what you think—leave a comment below and tag your photos with #fitfoodiefinds so we can see your sandwiches!
