Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches (Printable Version)
Medley of Italian meats, cheeses, crisp veggies, and tangy dressing served on toasted hoagie or ciabatta rolls.
# 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 - 1.75 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 - Dice all meats and cheeses into small, uniform pieces for even distribution and balanced flavor throughout each sandwich.
02 - Place the chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber in a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, vigorously whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and black pepper until smooth and emulsified.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped mixture and thoroughly toss until every element is evenly coated.
05 - Split the hoagie or ciabatta rolls; if preferred, toast lightly for additional texture.
06 - Generously mound the tossed filling onto each roll, distributing the mixture evenly among all portions.
07 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness, or wrap sandwiches tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Loaded with a variety of flavors and textures
- Quick to prepare and easy to customize
02 -
- Mortadella may sometimes contain tree nuts such as pistachios
- Always check all ingredient labels for hidden allergens
03 -
- Chop ingredients uniformly for easier mixing and consistent bites
- Let sandwiches chill for up to 2 hours to enhance the flavors