Flavor Mash-Up Sandwiches (Printable)

Italian meats, cheeses, and vibrant veggies tossed together in a hearty sandwich for ultimate 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 - 1.75 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

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Chop all meats and cheeses into uniform, bite-sized pieces using a chef's knife and cutting board.
02 - Add the chopped meats, cheeses, shredded lettuce, quartered cherry tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, black olives, and cucumber into a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until homogenous.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the chopped mixture. Toss thoroughly with serving tongs or a large spoon to ensure even coating.
05 - Split the hoagie or ciabatta rolls. Optionally, toast the bread lightly for added texture.
06 - Generously pile the mixed sandwich filling onto each roll and arrange for serving.
07 - Serve immediately, or wrap sandwiches tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Colorful combination of meats, cheeses, and veggies brings extra flavor in every bite
  • Easy to prepare for lunch or party platters
02 -
  • This sandwich contains wheat, milk, and eggs—be sure to check ingredient labels for possible pistachios in mortadella.
  • The flavor profile gets even better if made ahead and refrigerated, allowing tastes to meld.
03 -
  • Chop meats and veggies uniformly for best texture and distribution in each bite.
  • Lightly toasting the rolls adds crispness and keeps them from getting soggy.
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