Do you shop at Home Depot or Costco? They have hot dogs that make my husband whine like a two year old to see if I’ll relent and go get him one.
The hot dogs are grilled with a tasty caramelized skin on the outside, and inside the meat is spicy and oh – so juicy. Then they slide them into a white bread hoagie roll so you can load them with all the fixins.
Amazing!
I must admit, on the rare occasion that we indulge in these hot dogs from heaven, I eat half of it before he can snatch it from my greedy little hands.
Open Faced Turkey Sausage and Sauerkraut Sandwich
Mike’s hot dogs make him so happy, I decided to do Costco and Home Depot one better. I was going to make my husband his favorite treat, but my version would shave off a few calories and taste just as good.
Open Faced Sausage and Sauerkraut Sandwich
I’d serve my sandwich open faced with a lower calorie turkey kielbasa, then top it with colorful peppers, sauerkraut, and just enough cheese to make him happy.
Open Faced Sausage and Sauerkraut Sandwich
According to MyFitnessPal, Costco’s hot dogs weigh in at 570 calories and 33g of fat. My just as good version – I’m not shy about tooting my own horn – has 411 calories and 18.89g of fat.
Open Faced Sausage and Sauerkraut Sandwich
Even better, I’ve added a few colorful and healthy veggies – now everyone in the house is happy. Can’t beat that!
- 14 ounces turkey kielbasa, one package cut into diagonal slices
- 1 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 large orange bell pepper , thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cups sauerkraut
- 4 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
- 8 tablespoons low fat colby cheese, shredded
- 2 large hoagie rolls
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Spread out peppers and onions and spray vegetables with cooking spray. Sprinkle lightly with salt and roast for 30 minutes. Stir and roast another 20 minutes.
- Add sliced turkey kielbasa and roast another 10 - 15 minutes until the meat is heated through.
- Split the hoagie rolls in half and then scoop some of the middle out of each bun to make a well.
- Turn the oven to broil and lightly brown rolls.
- Top each roll with one tablespoon mustard, ¼ of the pepper, onion and turkey mixture, and ½ - 1 cup sauerkraut (depending on the person's taste). Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cheese on top and return to broiler to melt cheese.
Weight Watchers PointsPlus 10
Total Fat: 18.89g
Cholesterol: 72mg
Sodium: 1874mg
Total Carbs: 35.32g
Dietary Fiber: 7.26g
Sugars: 9.44g
Protein: 22.06g
The statements made here are strictly my opinion and are not meant to replace medical advice from your physician. Please see disclaimer for further details. Nutrition information is compiled with MacGourmet. If you find discrepancies, please let me know. It’s important to me that I provide you with accurate information.
I love this recipe.
looks fabulous
and I know yours really did taste better, and was twice as filling… great sausage dog…
I never knew they had hot dogs…wow!
From what I’m hearing, some Home Depots don’t have them. I think diet wise, we’d be better off if ours didn’t either.
Hm..we have Costco and I think there are also hot dogs near the entrance..
But I have been only once and wasn’t tempted 
I don’t eat hot dogs but I’d gladly tear into this one. Don’t know what’s up with our Home Depot, we only get over zealous greeters at the door, no hot dogs.
Our Home Depot has an outdoor grill and there’s always people in line waiting for a dog.
Can these Open Faced Hot Dog Sandwiches get anymore yummy and beautiful? The addition of red, yellow and orange bell peppers makes this recipe soooooo irresistible! Totally want some of that!
I love roasting all kinds of vegetables, but roasted peppers are so versatile that I make them all the time. Enjoy your Sunday!
Good for you! Your version is both healthier and much more appetizing.
Thank you Anita! Have a good Sunday.
I had no idea that they served such a wonderful dog at that Home Depot Cart. Makes me want to go shopping for some nails or something.
Our local Home Depot does. I have to admit – I love them as much as my husband does.
Lovely! You have done a great job there!
Thank you!
What is it about Hot Dogs. I can’s even drive by The Papaya King in Hollywood without hoping for a place to park. My rule is this… if I am driving by and there is a parking spot available on the street with in one block I stop for a dog. If not I keep driving. Of course this is Los Angeles so I don’t get too many of these dogs. I never thought of recreating them at home! Thanks GREG
Now that’s a good idea. Too bad there’s always a place to park at Home Depot, or this would work for me too. Have a good Sunday.
I’d definitely choose your healthier version…love a sausage with sauerkraut! YUM!
You and my husband would be sauerkraut buddies then – he loves it too!
I do love those Costco hot dogs! But I think I like yours even better, because it’s so loaded up with everything!!
Thank you Deborah!
Looks like quite the undertaking!
I’m not a huge hot dog person, but I know a host of people that would kill for this. Well done!
Love that you’ve ‘healtified’ the hotdog, Kristi. I feel I can now indulge without guilt. It’s practically a hotdog salad it is so bursting with delicious fresh flavours!
I’m not a sauerkraut fan, but my husband loves it, so he was a happy camper.
A stunning and satisfying hot dog treat, esp. topped with piled up cheese!
“They have hot dogs that make my husband whine like a two year old to see if I’ll relent and go get him one.” I resemble your husband.
“I eat half of it before he can snatch it from my greedy little hands.” You resemble my wife!
Nice recipe – shaving off that may calories is no mean trick. I’ll eat at your house any day of the week! Thanks for this.
Anytime you and your wife come to Seattle, I’d love to cook together.
This is amazing! It is always nice to feed our family something that they would crave to eat and also HEALTHY
I so agree. I love to see happy smiles.
I don’t care if it’s only a buck fifty with drinks at Costco, I am going for your open faced dogs. It looks gorgeous and delicious, Kristi!
Thanks Ray! My husband was happy with his weekend treat.
Totally decadent, that’s why I love it! I wish I had it right now, I would devour it!
Got to indulge now and then, right?
Oh my god! This looks divine! Thanks so much for sharing.
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Kavi (Edible Entertainment)
That’s a nice makeover you’ve given these–it looks positively delectable!
Yummy! I feel the same way – sometimes you just have that super fattening thing that you desperately want. Love that you made it healthier and bulked up the veggie love
The more veggies the better.
Love the way that you slimmed down this recipe. There is a hot dog cart on campus at my university, and every time that I walk by it an instant craving hits me for one of their NY style hot dogs. Nice to know that the flavor is easily recreatable at home!
That’s exactly how we are when it comes to Home Depot’s outdoor grill. The smell wafts through the air and makes us drool. Thanks for visiting Courtney!