Pin it A vibrant, deli-style sandwich featuring a medley of Italian-inspired ingredients chopped and tossed together for the ultimate flavor-packed bite—perfect for lunch or a crowd-pleasing party platter.
I first made these sandwiches for a family picnic, and everyone loved mixing and matching their favorite meats, cheeses, and veggies for their perfect combination.
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Ingredients
- Genoa salami: 100 g, sliced
- Smoked turkey breast: 100 g, sliced
- Mortadella: 100 g, sliced
- Hot capicola: 100 g, sliced
- Provolone cheese: 100 g, sliced
- Fresh mozzarella: 50 g, diced
- Iceberg lettuce: 1 cup, finely shredded
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, quartered
- Red onion: 1/2 small, thinly sliced
- Pepperoncini peppers: 1/2 cup, sliced
- Roasted red peppers: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Pitted black olives: 1/4 cup, sliced
- Cucumber: 1/2, diced
- Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls: 4, split
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp
- Extra-virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 1 tbsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
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Instructions
- Chop Ingredients:
- Chop all meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber.
- Prepare Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Toss Together:
- Pour the dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly until everything is well coated.
- Prepare Rolls:
- Split the rolls and, if desired, lightly toast them.
- Fill Sandwiches:
- Pile the chopped sandwich filling generously onto each roll.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.
Pin it These sandwiches became a weekend favorite in our home, as each person could pile their roll with exactly what they liked most.
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Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, chefs knife, cutting board, small whisk or fork, serving tongs or large spoon
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit meats and add extra veggies like artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 570; Total Fat: 28 g; Carbohydrates: 46 g; Protein: 32 g
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Enjoy these flavor mash-up sandwiches fresh or chilled for the ultimate deli-inspired lunch experience.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can meats and cheeses be swapped?
Absolutely. Choose favorites—ham can replace turkey, and Swiss is a good substitute for provolone. Adjust to taste.
- → How can I make this vegetarian?
Leave out the meats and add more vegetables, such as artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini, for a hearty, veggie-filled option.
- → Which rolls work best?
Italian hoagie or ciabatta rolls offer a sturdy, flavorful base. Toasting the rolls adds extra crunch and warmth.
- → How long can the sandwiches be stored?
Once assembled, wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. This allows flavors to meld. For best freshness, serve soon after preparing.
- → What pairs well as a side?
Kettle chips or a crisp Italian white wine such as Pinot Grigio complement the bold sandwich flavors.
