Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches (Printable)

A colorful sandwich packed with Italian meats, cheeses, fresh veggies, and tangy dressing for a lively lunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 - 1.7 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 tablespoons red wine vinegar
17 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
18 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
19 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
20 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
21 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Chop all meats and cheeses into uniform, bite-sized pieces.
02 - Combine chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, roasted red peppers, black olives, and cucumber in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
05 - Split the rolls and, if desired, toast lightly for added texture.
06 - Generously mound the chopped filling onto each roll, distributing evenly.
07 - Serve immediately, or wrap sandwiches tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to integrate.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Customizable meats and cheeses for endless flavor combinations
  • Fast to prepare, ideal for parties or busy weekdays
02 -
  • Mortadella might include pistachios, always check the ingredient label if avoiding nuts.
  • Contains egg, milk, wheat allergy risks due to mayonnaise, cheese, and rolls.
03 -
  • Toast the rolls for extra crunch and flavor.
  • Chill the sandwich filling before serving to let flavors bloom.
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