Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches (Printable)

Hearty deli-style sandwiches packed with Italian meats, cheeses, and colorful veggies for bold, fresh flavor.

# 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 - 1.8 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Chop all meats and cheeses into uniform bite-sized pieces.
02 - Add chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, black olives, and cucumber to a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all components evenly.
05 - Split the rolls and lightly toast them if desired.
06 - Generously heap the freshly tossed filling onto each prepared roll.
07 - Serve immediately for optimal texture, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare for gatherings or busy days
  • Easy to customize with your favorite meats, cheeses, or extra veggies
02 -
  • Mortadella occasionally contains pistachios, so check for nut allergies
  • Crisp lettuce and fresh veggies help keep the sandwich filling light and flavorful
03 -
  • For less mess, toss the sandwich filling just before assembling and serving
  • Chill the mixture ahead for an extra burst of combined flavor
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