Description
This classic Italian Sub Sandwich is a fresh and flavorful layered deli sandwich featuring thinly sliced salami, capicola, provolone cheese, crisp romaine lettuce, ripe tomatoes, red onions, and banana peppers, all drizzled with a tangy olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal quick lunch or light dinner option that combines the best of Italian deli flavors in a hearty hoagie roll.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Ingredients
- 2 hoagie rolls
- 4 oz thinly sliced salami
- 4 oz thinly sliced capicola
- 2 oz provolone cheese
- 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- ¼ cup banana peppers (optional)
Dressing
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the medium tomato and the ¼ small red onion thinly. Shred the romaine lettuce if not pre-shredded to have fresh crunchy layers ready.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Slice open the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through to keep them hinged. Layer inside each roll with 4 oz salami, 4 oz capicola, 2 oz provolone cheese, shredded romaine lettuce, tomato slices, red onion slices, and optional banana peppers for added flavor and texture.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil and 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar. Adjust the proportions slightly to taste if desired.
- Dress the Filling: Generously drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing over the sandwich fillings. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to balance the flavors.
- Close and Press: Gently close the hoagie rolls over the fillings and press down lightly to meld the layers and flavors together without crushing the sandwich.
- Serve: Cut each sandwich in half if desired and serve immediately with chips or a fresh side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and bread.
- Optional ingredients like red onions and banana peppers add tang and crunch but can be omitted if preferred.
- Use good quality deli meats and fresh produce for the best flavor.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and increase the cheese and veggies or substitute with plant-based deli slices.
- Store separate components if assembling later to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
