Save 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 that delivers bold taste with every mouthful.
The first time I made these flavor mash-up sandwiches for my friends, everyone raved about the zesty dressing and the combination of textures. It quickly became my go-to for weekend lunches and potlucks.
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
Instructions
- Chop Meats and Cheeses:
- Cut all meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine Main Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped meats, cheeses, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber.
- Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss and Coat:
- Pour dressing over the chopped mixture and toss to coat thoroughly.
- Prepare Rolls:
- Split the rolls and, if desired, lightly toast them.
- Assemble Sandwiches:
- Pile the chopped sandwich filling generously onto each roll.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
Save My kids love helping chop the veggies for these sandwiches, and it always brings everyone to the table with excitement for building their own flavor-packed bite.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, chefs knife, cutting board, small whisk or fork, serving tongs or large spoon
Allergen Information
Contains wheat, milk, eggs and may contain tree nuts. Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutrition Information
Per serving: 570 calories, 28 g total fat, 46 g carbohydrates, 32 g protein
Save Enjoy these flavor mash-up sandwiches fresh and make them your own with endless combinations.
Kitchen Guide
- → Can I change the meats and cheeses?
Absolutely. Substitute any of the deli meats or cheeses to match your taste or dietary preferences.
- → What vegetarian options work best?
Omit the meats and increase veggies such as artichoke hearts, grilled zucchini, or mushrooms for a hearty variation.
- → Do the sandwiches need to be served immediately?
You can serve them right away or wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
- → What type of bread is recommended?
Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta work best due to their firmness and ability to hold the filling securely.
- → How can I make the filling less spicy?
Reduce or omit hot capicola and pepperoncini peppers, or choose mild alternatives to adjust the heat level.
- → Are there any common allergens?
These sandwiches contain wheat, milk, and eggs; check ingredient labels for additional allergens like tree nuts in mortadella.