Pin It A vibrant, deli-style sandwich featuring a medley of Italian-inspired ingredients chopped and tossed together for the ultimate flavor-packed bite—perfect for lunch or a crowd-pleasing party platter.
I first made these Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches for a casual weekend lunch with friends, and everyone loved piling their favorite fillings onto fresh ciabatta rolls. The chopped, tossed method lets each bite taste uniquely delicious.
Ingredients
- Genoa salami: 100 g, sliced
- Smoked turkey breast: 100 g, sliced
- Mortadella: 100 g, sliced
- Hot capicola: 100 g, sliced
- Provolone cheese: 100 g, sliced
- Fresh mozzarella: 50 g, diced
- Iceberg lettuce: 1 cup, finely shredded
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, quartered
- Red onion: 1/2 small, thinly sliced
- Pepperoncini peppers: 1/2 cup, sliced
- Roasted red peppers: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Pitted black olives: 1/4 cup, sliced
- Cucumber: 1/2, diced
- Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls: 4, split
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp
- Extra-virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 1 tbsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and black pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Chop meats and cheeses:
- Chop all meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber.
- Make dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss ingredients:
- Pour the dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly until everything is well coated.
- Prepare rolls:
- Split the rolls and, if desired, lightly toast them.
- Assemble sandwiches:
- Pile the chopped sandwich filling generously onto each roll.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
Pin It Whenever we gather as a family, preparing these sandwiches means everyone can customize their own fillings, making it a fun and interactive meal that kids and adults both enjoy.
Serving Suggestions
Pair with kettle chips or a crisp Italian white wine such as Pinot Grigio for a true deli-style experience.
Substitutions
Swap meats or cheeses based on preference or make it vegetarian by omitting meats and adding extra veggies like artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini.
Nutrition Facts
Each sandwich provides approximately 570 calories, 28 g total fat, 46 g carbohydrates, and 32 g protein.
Pin It Try these sandwiches for your next gathering—they are sure to be a crowd-pleaser, and clean-up is quick!
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I substitute the meats and cheeses?
Yes, swap any meats or cheeses for your preferred options, like ham for turkey or Swiss for provolone.
- → How can I make this vegetarian?
Omit the meats and increase the variety of vegetables, such as adding artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini.
- → How far in advance can I assemble these sandwiches?
You can wrap and refrigerate assembled sandwiches for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld and freshness to remain.
- → What bread works best for this sandwich?
Classic Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta are ideal. You can lightly toast them for added texture.
- → Are there any common allergens in these sandwiches?
Wheat (rolls), milk (cheese), and eggs (mayonnaise) are present. Check labels for possible nuts in mortadella.
- → What can I serve alongside?
Pair these sandwiches with kettle chips, a crisp salad, or a glass of Italian white wine for a complete meal.