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Chopped Italian Subs

Chopped Italian Subs

5 from 1 vote
Chopped Italian Subs are loaded with lettuce, Italian meats, cheese and veggies. Add a homemade Italian dressing to make a hearty sandwich that everyone will love.
Servings: 3 subs
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups iceberg lettuce, sliced thin
  • 1 cup romaine hearts, sliced thin
  • 1/2 small red onion, sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup salami, genoa
  • 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup ham, cubed
  • 1/2 cup provolone cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
  • 1/4 cup banana pepper rings, mild, drained
  • 1 loaf Italian bread, or 2 small loaves

For the Dressing:

  • 1/4 cup juice from jar of banana peppers, or red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Thinly slice the lettuce, salami and red onions. Cut the grape tomatoes in half. Cube the ham and cheese for the salad.
  • In a medium bowl, mix 1/4 cup of the juice from the jar of banana peppers, one tablespoon of Dijon Mustard, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning with a whisk until emulsified. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the lettuce and toss to coat with dressing. Stir in remaining ingredients.
    Filling for Chopped Italian Subs
  • Cut the Italian bread lengthwise, but not completely through to the other side, and spread apart. Remove some of the bread inside the loaf to make room for the filling.
  • Add handfuls of chopped salad to the bread. Pour remaining dressing over all. Cut into desired size sandwiches and serve. When making ahead, wrap each sandwich in parchment paper. Recipe makes 3 servings, or 3 6-inch subs.
    Chopped Italian Subs

Equipment

  • 1 sharp knife, & cutting board
  • 1 medium bowl, for mixing
  • 1 whisk
  • parchment paper to wrap sandwiches

Notes

Tips for making the Best Chopped Italian Subs
  • Toast the Bread- Toasting the bread makes the sandwich even more crunchy. Cut the loaves in half lengthwise and brush the inside lightly with olive oil. Place them oiled side down on a 350 degree grill for a few minutes to char. Or place them on a sheet pan with the oiled side up and broil at 400 degrees for a minute or 2 to crisp the bread.
  • Creamy Dressing- Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise to the dressing to make it a creamy Italian dressing. Whisk the dressing thoroughly until fully combined with the EVOO and vinegar before adding the chopped meats, cheese and vegetables to the bowl.

Nutrition

Calories: 1241kcalCarbohydrates: 86gProtein: 29gFat: 88gSaturated Fat: 39gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 32gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 1659mgPotassium: 737mgFiber: 7gSugar: 50gVitamin A: 2802IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 207mgIron: 5mg