Chopped Italian sandwiches

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine Lettuce (shredded)
• 8 oz Pepperoni (thinly sliced)
• 8 oz Salami (thinly sliced)
• 8 oz Ham (thinly sliced)
• 2 pieces Tomatoes (seeded and diced)
• 0.5 cup Banana Peppers (sliced)
• 1 piece Red Onion (finely diced)
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise (regular)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin)
• 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (optional can use apple cider)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher or sea salt)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Italian Seasoning (blend of dried herbs)
• 6 pieces Hoagie Rolls (soft, split but not toasted unless desired)

Instructions

1. Shred Lettuce

   Rinse the lettuce, pat dry, then shred or chop it into bite‑size pieces using the chef's knife on the cutting board.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice Meats

   Thinly slice the pepperoni, salami, and ham on the cutting board; keep them separate for even distribution.

   Time: PT5M

3. Prep Vegetables

   Dice the tomatoes, slice the banana peppers, and finely dice the red onion. Add all to the mixing bowl.

   Time: PT5M

4. Shred Cheese

   Shred the mozzarella (or provolone) and add to the mixing bowl with the other chopped ingredients.

   Time: PT2M

5. Make Dressing

   In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Whisk until smooth.

   Time: PT3M

6. Combine and Toss

   Add the shredded lettuce, sliced meats, and shredded cheese to the large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over everything and toss gently until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

7. Assemble Sandwiches

   Open each hoagie roll and generously scoop the chopped mixture into the roll, packing it tightly but leaving room for the bread to close.

   Time: PT5M

8. Serve

   Serve the sandwiches immediately or wrap them in parchment for later consumption.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Protein

20g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

20g

Fiber

3g