Savory Chopped Italian Sandwich: Customizable and Delicious

The Chopped Italian Sandwich offers a delicious combination of meats, cheeses, and veggies, making it fully customizable and perfect for a crowd.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

2 cups shredded lettuce or substitute with spinach
6 slices deli ham or replace with turkey or chicken
4 slices salami consider prosciutto for a gourmet twist
6 slices pepperoni omit for a milder sandwich

For the Cheese

4 slices provolone cheese or substitute with mozzarella or cheddar

For the Veggies

1 medium tomato fresh, chopped
to taste salt
to taste pepper
1 small red onion thinly sliced
1 small banana peppers thinly sliced

For the Sauces

2 tablespoons mayonnaise optional
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Italian dressing

Spice it Up

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or use fresh herbs

Equipment

chopping board
sharp knife

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the chopping board by clearing a large, clean surface and laying out the shredded lettuce as a base.
Layer deli ham, salami, and pepperoni evenly over the lettuce, then add provolone cheese on top.
Chop fresh tomatoes and sprinkle over the cheese layers, season with salt and pepper.
Add sliced red onion and banana peppers over the tomatoes.
Drizzle mayonnaise, balsamic vinegar, and Italian dressing over all ingredients.
Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Chop all the assembled ingredients together until finely diced.
Spoon the mixture onto an Italian sub roll or serve alongside crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 430mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chop ingredients evenly and use fresh, high-quality components for the best flavor. Customize according to taste, and add dressings just before serving.

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