Chopped Italian Sandwich 🌯

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Sub Rolls (soft Italian sub rolls, split lengthwise)
• 2 cups Shredded Lettuce (iceberg or romaine, washed and dried)
• 8 slices Ham (deli‑style, thinly sliced)
• 8 slices Salami (dry‑cured Italian salami, thinly sliced)
• 8 slices Pepperoni (spicy or mild, thinly sliced)
• 8 slices Provolone Cheese (full‑fat, sliced)
• 2 medium Tomato (seeded and diced, lightly salted and peppered)
• 0.25 cup Red Onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.25 cup Banana Peppers (sliced, from jar, drained)
• 3 tablespoons Mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar (good quality)
• 2 tablespoons Italian Dressing (store‑bought or homemade)
• 0.5 teaspoon Italian Seasoning (dried blend)
• to taste Salt
• to taste Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Wash and Prep Produce

   Rinse lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and banana peppers under cold water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or salad spinner.

   Time: PT5M

2. Slice and Shred Ingredients

   Shred the lettuce, slice the ham, salami, pepperoni, and provolone into thin pieces. Dice the tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the banana peppers.

   Time: PT10M

3. Season the Tomatoes

   Place the diced tomatoes in a small bowl, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, and toss gently.

   Time: PT2M

4. Make the Dressing

   In the small bowl, combine mayonnaise, balsamic vinegar, Italian dressing, and Italian seasoning. Stir until smooth.

   Time: PT2M

5. Assemble the Sandwich

   Slice each sub roll lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Open the roll and layer in order: shredded lettuce, ham, salami, pepperoni, provolone, seasoned tomatoes, red onion, and banana peppers. Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the fillings, then close the roll.

   Time: PT5M

6. Serve

   Cut the assembled sandwich in half diagonally (optional) and serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

550

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

25g

Fiber

4g