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Turkey Sandwich with Bacon

by Laura Fuentes

July 25, 2023
updated Jul 26, 2023
5 from 12 votes
Build the ultimate turkey bacon sandwich with this deli-style recipe!
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Learn the tips for preventing the bread from getting soggy, packing the sandwich so it doesn’t fall apart, and how to keep it fresh until lunch!

turkey sandwich with bacon, cheddar, tomato and lettuce

Cheddar, Turkey & Bacon Sandwich 

When you need a school lunch that checks all the boxes, this Turkey Sandwich with Bacon is delicious, filling, and easy to assemble in 5 minutes! Plus, you can make it with basic ingredients that kids (and adults) love!

The mild flavor of deli turkey pairs great with the saltiness of crispy cooked bacon -which can be regular or turkey bacon. I also added cheddar, but Swiss or Colby Jack cheeses are also terrific options. To give this sandwich the ultimate texture and make it deli-style, I used shredded lettuce. 

Keep reading to see how to assemble this tasty sandwich, learn all my tips to pack in the lunchbox, and avoid common mistakes when packing sandwiches for lunch!

What You Need

This epic Turkey and Bacon Sandwich turns delicious ingredients into an irresistible school lunch that is always a win!

This one includes:

  • Sandwich bread: use your favorite.
  • Mayonnaise and mustard: optional for spreading. Hummus makes a great swap too!
  • Deli turkey: any kind of deli turkey goes amazingly well with crispy bacon.
  • Bacon: cooked crispy bacon adds a layer of delicious goodness!
  • Cheese: cheddar, Swiss, or Colby Jack cheeses pair great with this sandwich.
  • Tomato: a nutritious addition that kids love!
  • Shredded lettuce: adds texture and gives this sandwich a deli-style!

You’ll find the measurements in the recipe card below.

turkey sandwich with bacon, cheddar, tomato and lettuce

How to Make a Turkey Sandwich with Bacon

Place ingredients in the right order and this Turkey Sandwich with Bacon will stay fresh hours later!

Here’s the step-by-step:

  1. Spread mayo and mustard
    Spread mayonnaise, if using, on one slice of bread and mustard, if using, on the other.
  2. Add the filling
    Top the mayonnaise side with lettuce, tomato, crispy bacon, turkey, and cheese. Close the sandwich with the other slice of bread.
  3. Pack it for lunch
    If packing the sandwich for lunch, pack fresh fruit and veggies inside a lunch box. Refrigerate until ready to pack inside a lunch bag, with or without an ice pack. 

What Goes on a Turkey & Bacon Sandwich

Customize this sandwich with your kid’s favorite ingredients and the lunchbox will come back empty! I like to spread mayonnaise and mustard over the bread. Hummus is another tasty choice!

Lettuce and tomato are optional, but a kid-friendly way to add more veggies to the lunchbox. If you don’t have shredded lettuce on hand, any lettuce leaves or greens work.

turkey sandwiches with cheddar, tomato and lettuce

How to Pack this Sandwich for Lunch 

Follow these tips and your kid will enjoy an appealing Turkey Sandwich with Bacon for lunch as neat as when you packed it!

Prevent bread from getting soggy
If you’re going to add tomato and pack it for later, place the lettuce next to the bread so the tomato doesn’t make the bread wet. Cheese also works as a barrier between bread and tomato.

Use a firm container
Do you have that sandwich zip bags? Use them for something else. The best way to pack sandwiches for lunch is using a firm, sandwich-size container so they won´t be flattened in the lunch bag.

Kids will love eating this sandwich with their favorite fruits, veggies, and snacks. What you have on hand will work! In a separate compartment, pack berries, carrots, cucumber, crackers, homemade Doritos, or wheat thins!

turkey sandwich with bacon, cheddar, tomato and lettuce

Deli Style Turkey Bacon Sandwich

Laura Fuentes
5 from 12 votes
Build the ultimate turkey bacon sandwich with this deli-style recipe!
Servings: 1
Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 2 slices sandwich bread
  • Mayonnaise, optional
  • Mustard, optional
  • 2 oz deli turkey
  • 2 slices bacon, cooked crispy
  • 1 slice cheddar cheese
  • Shredded lettuce, optional
  • 2 slices tomato, optional

Instructions
 

  • Spread mayonnaise, if using, on one slice of bread and mustard, if using, on the other.
  • Top the mayonnaise side with lettuce, tomato, crispy bacon, turkey, cheese, and close the sandwich with the other slice.
  • If packing the sandwich for lunch, pack fresh fruit and veggies inside a lunch box. Refrigerate until ready to pack inside a lunch bag, with or without an ice pack.

Notes

This sandwich pairs great with cheddar, Swiss, or Colby Jack cheeses.

Equipment

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Nutrition

Serving: 1 sandwichCalories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 1275mgPotassium: 235mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 309IUCalcium: 256mgIron: 2mg
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