Chopped Italian Sandwich Deli (Printable version)

Hearty sandwich of Italian meats, cheese, and chopped veggies combined with zesty dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Deli Meats & Cheese

01 - 3.5 ounces Genoa salami, sliced
02 - 3.5 ounces deli ham, sliced
03 - 3.5 ounces mortadella or capicola, sliced
04 - 3.5 ounces provolone cheese, sliced

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
06 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
07 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
08 - 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
09 - 1/4 cup pepperoncini, sliced

→ Condiments & Seasonings

10 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
11 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
15 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Bread

16 - 4 Italian sub rolls, split

# How to Prepare:

01 - On a large cutting board, arrange the salami, ham, mortadella or capicola, and provolone cheese in even layers.
02 - Top the layered meats and cheese with the shredded lettuce, diced cherry tomatoes, red onion, roasted red peppers, and sliced pepperoncini.
03 - Using a large chef's knife, chop all ingredients together until thoroughly mixed and uniformly sized.
04 - Place the chopped mixture into a large mixing bowl.
05 - Add mayonnaise, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until evenly coated.
06 - Open each Italian sub roll and generously fill with the prepared chopped mixture.
07 - Serve sandwiches at once for best freshness and texture.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple deli counter ingredients found in most supermarkets
  • Delivers bold flavor with no stove required and ready in just 15 minutes
  • Perfect for lunches parties or busy weeknights
  • Customizable for spiciness and meat cheese preferences
02 -
  • Packed with protein and crisp veggies for a filling meal
  • Great for make ahead party platters or quick family lunches
  • Each bite has a perfect ratio of meat cheese and veggies
03 -
  • Always chop a bit finer than you think for best texture
  • Toast rolls lightly for a subtle crunch and to help hold the filling
  • Finish with an extra splash of vinegar and cracked black pepper right before serving for a deli shop experience

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