Save Pin A vibrant, deli-style sandwich featuring a medley of Italian-inspired ingredients chopped and tossed together for the ultimate flavor-packed bite—perfect for lunch or a crowd-pleasing party platter.
I first created these sandwiches for a family picnic and they were gone within minutes. Even picky eaters went back for seconds because every bite had a different texture and burst of flavor.
Ingredients
- Genoa salami: 100 g, sliced
- Smoked turkey breast: 100 g, sliced
- Mortadella: 100 g, sliced
- Hot capicola: 100 g, sliced
- Provolone cheese: 100 g, sliced
- Fresh mozzarella: 50 g, diced
- Iceberg lettuce: 1 cup, finely shredded
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, quartered
- Red onion: 1/2 small, thinly sliced
- Pepperoncini peppers: 1/2 cup, sliced
- Roasted red peppers: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Pitted black olives: 1/4 cup, sliced
- Cucumber: 1/2, diced
- Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls: 4, split
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp
- Extra-virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 1 tbsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Chop Ingredients:
- Chop all meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine in Bowl:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber.
- Make Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss Mixture:
- Pour the dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly until everything is well coated.
- Prepare Rolls:
- Split the rolls and, if desired, lightly toast them.
- Assemble Sandwiches:
- Pile the chopped sandwich filling generously onto each roll.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.
Save Pin Whenever my family visits, this sandwich platter is our go-to for movie night. Everyone loves customizing their sandwich and the leftovers rarely last past dinner.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, chefs knife, cutting board, small whisk or fork, serving tongs or large spoon
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (rolls), milk (cheese), eggs (mayonnaise). May contain tree nuts (mortadella sometimes includes pistachios). Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 570 calories, 28 g total fat, 46 g carbohydrates, 32 g protein.
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Recipe FAQs
- → Can I substitute different meats or cheeses?
Absolutely! Swap meats like turkey for ham, or use Swiss cheese instead of provolone to suit your taste.
- → Can these sandwiches be made vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the meats and add more vegetables like artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini for a delicious meat-free option.
- → How long can I prepare these ahead?
You can refrigerate the assembled filling for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- → Which bread works best for these sandwiches?
Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls are ideal; lightly toasting adds extra texture and flavor.
- → Are there any allergens in the ingredients?
The sandwiches contain wheat, milk, and eggs, and may contain tree nuts. Check ingredient labels for any hidden allergens.