Description
Viral TikTok chopped Italian sandwich brings robust Mediterranean flavors to classic deli fare. Layers of premium meats, cheeses, and zesty herbs create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 slices salami
- 4 slices pepperoni
- 3 slices prosciutto
Cheese and Bread:
- 3 slices provolone cheese
- 1 Italian hoagie roll or sub bread
Fresh Ingredients and Dressing:
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 small tomato, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons banana peppers or pepperoncini, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Meticulously dice romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and banana peppers into uniform, small pieces, ensuring consistent texture and distribution.
- Cut salami, pepperoni, prosciutto, and provolone cheese into precise bite-sized cubes, maintaining a balanced ratio of meats and cheese.
- Create a vibrant dressing by whisking olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined and emulsified.
- Drench the chopped ingredients with the prepared dressing, gently tossing to ensure every morsel is evenly coated and seasoned.
- Carefully slice the Italian hoagie roll lengthwise, optionally hollowing out some interior bread to maximize filling capacity.
- Densely pack the prepared meat, cheese, and vegetable mixture into the roll, pressing gently to compact and secure the filling.
- Slice the sandwich diagonally into manageable portions, presenting a visually appealing and easy-to-consume final product.
Notes
- Chop ingredients uniformly to ensure balanced flavor and texture in every bite.
- Use fresh, high-quality deli meats and cheese for a more robust and authentic Italian sandwich experience.
- Customize the sandwich by adjusting protein and vegetable quantities to suit personal preferences or dietary needs.
- Allow the chopped mixture to marinate briefly in the dressing to enhance the overall taste and let flavors meld together.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 900 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 2100 mg
- Fat: 75 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 45 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg