Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches (Printable)

Italian-style sandwiches—meats, cheeses, veggies, and zesty dressing—make a vibrant, satisfying lunch for any gathering.

# Ingredient list:

→ Meats

01 - 3.5 oz Genoa salami, sliced
02 - 3.5 oz smoked turkey breast, sliced
03 - 3.5 oz mortadella, sliced
04 - 3.5 oz hot capicola, sliced

→ Cheeses

05 - 3.5 oz provolone cheese, sliced
06 - 1.75 oz fresh mozzarella, diced

→ Vegetables

07 - 1 cup iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
09 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1/2 cup pepperoncini peppers, sliced
11 - 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
12 - 1/4 cup pitted black olives, sliced
13 - 1/2 cucumber, diced

→ Condiments & Extras

14 - 4 Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls, split
15 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
16 - 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
17 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
18 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
19 - 1 tsp dried oregano
20 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
21 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Chop all meats and cheeses into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
02 - In a spacious mixing bowl, add the chopped meats, cheeses, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber.
03 - In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
04 - Pour dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly using serving tongs or a large spoon until all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Split each roll lengthwise and, if desired, lightly toast the interior surfaces.
06 - Divide the filling evenly among the rolls, piling generously to ensure a balanced distribution of flavors in each sandwich.
07 - Serve immediately, or wrap sandwiches tightly and refrigerate for up to two hours to allow flavors to develop further.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Flavorful combination of meats, cheeses, and fresh veggies
  • Quick to prepare: ready in 20 minutes
02 -
  • Mortadella may include pistachios, so check for nut allergens.
  • If making ahead, refrigerate for up to 2 hours—the veggies stay crisp and flavors blend beautifully.
03 -
  • Toast the rolls for extra crunch.
  • Swap vegetables and meats based on what you have for endless variations.
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