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Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich

by Laura Fuentes

July 25, 2022
updated Jul 11, 2023
5 from 22 votes
This Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich is an incredible lunch idea stacked with layers of fresh tomato, crunchy lettuce, and deli cuts.
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Pepperoni isn’t just for pizza; it also makes great lunches like this Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich!

This is an easy, 5-minute lunch idea that tastes out of this world. Today, I’m going to show you how to pack this stacked sandwich with other ingredients like fruit and veggies, so the bread stays fresh until lunchtime.

A turkey pepperoni sandwich in a lunchbox with fresh veggies, fruit, animal crackers, and a sauce cup with ranch dressing.

Pepperoni & Turkey Sandwich

You better believe this sandwich is a tasty option for lunch! Everything about the classic turkey option gets an upgrade with pepperoni and fresh ingredients like tomato and lettuce.

Sandwich filling ideas can go way beyond plain deli meat and cheese, even in the kid’s lunchbox. You could make this with regular or turkey pepperoni and add more layers like cheese, black olives, and onion.

Want to bring this lunch over the top? Try grilling it like my Grilled Pepperoni Pizza Sandwich. Just make sure it cools down before packing it into a lunch container. This way, the bread stays nice and toasty.

What is in a Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich

Below I’ll share the exact ingredients you’ll need to assemble the pepperoni sandwich, as well as some ideas to fill up the rest lunchbox.

  • bread: sandwich bread of your choice.
  • mayo: is a favorite sandwich condiment, but hummus makes a great swap if your kids don’t love mayonnaise.
  • pepperoni: you can use the extra large slices or regular.
  • deli turkey: a yummy combination with pepperoni.
  • more sandwich fillings: lettuce and tomato add a nice texture.
  • something fresh: this lunch includes mixed berries and veggies with ranch dip.
  • choose your treat: could be animal crackers, protein bites, fruit leather, etc.
  • crink pack: your kids’ choice or a thermos container filled with water.

How to Pack a Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich for Lunch

Now, I’ll show you how to pack this sandwich in a lunchbox so everything stays in its place.

  1. Layer the sandwich
    Spread the mayo over each slice of bread and top one slice with lettuce, deli turkey, tomato, pepperoni, and another piece of lettuce. Placing a large lettuce leaf between the bread and fillings will help keep the sandwich fresh.
  2. Separate the dry ingredients
    To keep the bread dry, place the sandwich in a lunch container, making sure it is separate from any wet ingredients. A compartmentalized lunch container is great for this.
  3. Add the snacks
    Pack the fruit and veggies into a separate compartment and place the animal crackers (or your choice of treat) into the remaining compartment. Store the dipping sauce in a mini sauce container.
  4. Pack it up
    Close the lunch container and place it in a lunch bag with an ice pack.

Avoid soggy sandwiches with the tips in this quick lunch packing video

Don’t you love it when the best-tasting lunches are also made with simple ingredients? I sure do, and I’ve compiled some of my very favorite ideas in a guide just for you.

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Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich Lunchbox

Laura Fuentes
5 from 22 votes
This Turkey Pepperoni Sandwich is an incredible lunch idea stacked with layers of fresh tomato, crunchy lettuce, and deli cuts.
Servings: 1 sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon mayo and hummus
  • 2 slices bread
  • 2 large lettuce leaves
  • 2 ounces sliced deli turkey
  • 2 large slices pepperoni, or 4 medium
  • ½ tomato, sliced
  • 1 cup mixed berries or sliced fruit
  • ½ cup carrot chips
  • Snack of choice
  • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
  • Drink pack

Instructions
 

  • Spread the mayonnaise over each slice of bread. Place a piece of lettuce onto one slice and top it with the turkey, pepperoni, tomato, and the remaining lettuce and bread.
  • Cut the sandwich in half and pack it into a compartmentalized lunch container. Fill the rest of the compartments with the veggies, fruit, and your choice of treat.
  • Close the lunchbox and fill a mini sauce container with the ranch dressing.
  • Pack both containers and the drink pack in a lunch bag with an ice pack.

Notes

Nutritional information is calculated without fruit, veggies, ranch, snacks, or a drink pack.

Equipment

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 sandwichCalories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 14gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 1070mgPotassium: 312mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3667IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 132mgIron: 3mg
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  1. Kathy

    July 06, 2023 at 4:02 pm

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