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Chopped Italian Sub Recipe

Chopped Italian Sub Recipe

Craving a sandwich that's bursting with flavor? This Chopped Italian Sub is packed with fresh veggies, a mix of savory deli meats, and topped with a zesty homemade Italian dressing. Each bite is a taste of Italy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 515

Ingredients
  

  • ½ small head of iceberg lettuce thinly sliced
  • 1 –2 tomatoes thinly sliced
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup pepperoncini peppers sliced
  • ½ cup black olives sliced
  • 8 slices assorted deli meats ham, pepperoni, turkey breast, salami
  • 8 slices provolone cheese
  • 4 hoagie rolls
  • 2 tablespoons butter for toasting
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise optional

Method
 

  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, granulated sugar, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper until fully combined. Set aside.
  2. Thinly slice the iceberg lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, and black olives. Arrange them on a cutting board or work surface.
  3. Layer the assorted deli meats and provolone cheese on top of the chopped vegetables. Using a large knife, chop everything together until well combined.
  4. Spread butter on the inside of the hoagie rolls and toast them in a skillet or oven until golden and crispy (about 2-3 minutes).
  5. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of the Homemade Italian Dressing onto the bottom half of each toasted roll. Spread mayonnaise on the top half if desired.
  6. Transfer the chopped meat, cheese, and vegetable mixture onto the dressed rolls. Close the sandwich and press gently.
  7. Slice in half and serve immediately with extra dressing on the side.

Notes

Storage & Meal Prep
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
Freezer: Freeze in a sealed container for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat, in the microwave, or in a 350°F oven until heated through.