Description
Hearty Italian grinder sandwich showcases robust layers of cured meats, cheeses, and zesty condiments between crusty bread. Meat and vegetable combinations create a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or casual gatherings you’ll savor bite by bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 slices turkey or chicken deli meat
- 4 slices beef salami
Cheese and Base:
- 1 Italian baguette or ciabatta roll
- 4 slices provolone cheese
Vegetables and Extras:
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Italian dressing
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully split the baguette horizontally, maintaining one side intact for structural integrity.
- Create a zesty spread by whisking together mayonnaise, Italian dressing, dried oregano, garlic powder, and red chili flakes in a mixing bowl.
- Generously coat both interior bread surfaces with the prepared dressing, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Methodically arrange layers of deli meats, creating a robust foundation for the sandwich.
- Add slices of provolone cheese to provide a creamy, melting texture against the cold cuts.
- Distribute fresh, crisp shredded lettuce for added crunch and volume.
- Place vivid tomato slices and thinly sliced red onion to introduce bright, sharp flavor profiles.
- Scatter black olives for a briny, Mediterranean-inspired accent.
- Delicately season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance overall taste.
- Gently press the sandwich to compress layers and meld flavors, then serve immediately for optimal texture and temperature.
Notes
- Toast the bread lightly for extra crunch and to prevent sogginess from the dressing.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich alternative that cuts calories.
- Use gluten-free rolls or lettuce wraps to make this sandwich celiac and low-carb friendly.
- Marinate red onions in vinegar for 10 minutes before adding to reduce sharp bite and enhance flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1400 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg