Description
This Chopped Italian Sandwich is a flavorful and hearty no-cook meal featuring a delicious mix of deli meats, provolone cheese, fresh vegetables, and tangy Italian dressing, all piled into a classic hoagie roll. Quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Cheese
- 4 oz deli ham
- 4 oz salami
- 4 oz pepperoni
- 4 oz provolone cheese
Vegetables
- 2 generous cups shredded iceberg lettuce (or 3 oz leafy lettuce)
- 2 sliced intact rings of red onion (about 2 oz)
- 1/4 cup banana pepper rings
- 1 large tomato, sliced
Condiments and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 3 tbsp Italian salad dressing
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Bread
- 4 sub or hoagie rolls (8-inch each)
Instructions
- Chop Ingredients: Chop ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, lettuce, red onion, banana peppers, and tomato into bite-sized pieces, ensuring all components are roughly the same size for easy eating.
- Prepare Dressing: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, Italian salad dressing, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until smooth to create a tangy and flavorful dressing.
- Toss Sandwich Filling: Add all the chopped sandwich ingredients to the bowl with the dressing and toss gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly with the dressing, enhancing every bite with flavor.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Scoop the dressed mixture into each sub roll, gently pressing to pack the filling without crushing the bread, ensuring each sandwich is well filled and balanced.
- Serve: Serve the sandwiches fresh for the best texture and flavor, and enjoy a loaded, tangy, and satisfying Italian sandwich experience.
Notes
- This sandwich is best served immediately to keep the bread from becoming soggy.
- You can substitute the iceberg lettuce with romaine or mixed greens for added texture and nutrients.
- For a spicier kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce or more banana pepper rings.
- Customize by adding other Italian cold cuts or cheese varieties like mozzarella or fontina.
- Wrap leftovers tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to one day, though freshness is best on the day of preparation.
