Tender Movie Heroes

These Tender Movie Heroes are a robust, flavorful twist on the classic sub, featuring juicy grilled turkey breast and vibrant charred vegetables. The star of the show is the homemade Sunset Sauce, a creamy blend of yogurt, mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic that adds a tangy, savory kick to every bite. Grilled red peppers and onions provide a sweet, smoky contrast to the lean turkey, while creamy avocado and melty Monterey Jack cheese bring it all together. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a casual dinner, these sandwiches are satisfying without being overly heavy.

Cooking Method: Grilling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 817.0

Description

These Tender Movie Heroes are a robust, flavorful twist on the classic sub, featuring juicy grilled turkey breast and vibrant charred vegetables. The star of the show is the homemade Sunset Sauce, a creamy blend of yogurt, mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic that adds a tangy, savory kick to every bite. Grilled red peppers and onions provide a sweet, smoky contrast to the lean turkey, while creamy avocado and melty Monterey Jack cheese bring it all together. Perfect for a hearty lunch or a casual dinner, these sandwiches are satisfying without being overly heavy.

Ingredients

Plain low-fat yogurt
Low-fat mayonnaise
Sun-dried tomato paste
Minced garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
Skinless boneless turkey breast tenderloins
Nonstick cooking spray
Chili powder
Bell pepper, seeded and sliced into rings
Onion, peeled and sliced into rings
Loaves french bread (6-8 inches long)
Low-fat monterey jack cheese
Avocado, pitted, peeled, and thinly sliced

Directions

1
In a small bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, sun-dried tomato paste, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the Sunset Sauce. Set aside.
2
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
3
Trim the white tendon from each turkey tenderloin by cutting along the sides and discarding the strip.
4
Cut each tenderloin partway through the center and open like a book to butterfly it, flattening slightly for even cooking.
5
Season turkey with chili powder, salt, and pepper.
6
Spray a large sheet of aluminum foil with nonstick cooking spray and pierce several times with a knife. Place bell pepper and onion rings on the foil and spray lightly with cooking spray.
7
Grill turkey tenderloins for about 4-5 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
8
Place the foil packet with vegetables on the grill alongside the turkey. Cook for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until vegetables are tender and charred.
9
Split the french bread loaves in half horizontally. Toast the cut sides lightly on the edge of the grill or a skillet.
10
Slice the cooked turkey tenderloins into thin strips.
11
Assemble sandwiches by placing turkey strips, grilled vegetables, cheese slices, and avocado on the bottom halves of the rolls.
12
Spread the Sunset Sauce on the top halves of the rolls, close the sandwiches, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 817.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.9g46%
Saturated Fat 9.7g49%
Cholesterol 106.7mg36%
Sodium 686.8mg29%
Total Carbohydrate 81.1g28%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g69%
Sugars 9.8g
Protein 51.2g103%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: grilled turkey, sandwich, hero, sub, avocado, peppers, onion, cheese, mayonnaise, yogurt, sun-dried tomato, garlic, chili powder, french bread, grilling, summer lunch, protein, healthy, meal prep, light

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