Description
Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches combine a delightful medley of Italian cold cuts, fresh cheeses, and crunchy vegetables tossed in a tangy herb-infused dressing, packed into hearty Italian rolls for a satisfying and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Cheeses
- 3.5 oz Genoa salami, sliced
- 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced
- 3.5 oz mortadella, sliced
- 3.5 oz hot capicola, sliced
- 3.5 oz provolone cheese, sliced
- 1.75 oz fresh mozzarella, diced
Vegetables
- 1 cup iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup pitted black olives, sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
Other
- 4 Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls, split
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Meats and Cheeses: Chop all meats and cheeses into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even distribution and ease of eating.
- Combine Main Salad Components: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped meats, cheeses, shredded lettuce, quartered cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, sliced pepperoncini peppers, chopped roasted red peppers, sliced black olives, and diced cucumber.
- Mix Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until emulsified and smooth.
- Dress & Toss Filling: Pour the prepared dressing over the bowl with the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly coated, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Prepare Rolls: Split the Italian hoagie or ciabatta rolls horizontally. If desired, lightly toast the rolls until golden to add a slight crunch and warm aroma.
- Fill Sandwiches: Generously heap the dressed meat and vegetable mixture onto each prepared roll, making sure to evenly distribute the filling.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the sandwiches immediately for a fresh taste or wrap tightly and refrigerate up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to deepen and meld.
Notes
- For added texture, consider adding some sliced pickles or substituting the mayonnaise with a light Greek yogurt for a tangier dressing.
- These sandwiches are best enjoyed the same day but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving.
- Lightly toasting the rolls enhances the flavor and prevents sogginess when holding the moist filling.
- Customize with your favorite Italian cold cuts or add some fresh basil leaves for extra aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Italian sandwich, cold cut sandwich, deli meats, hoagie sandwich, quick lunch, flavorful sandwiches
