Description

This classic Italian Sub Sandwich is a delicious and satisfying meal featuring layers of savory salami, capicola, and provolone cheese combined with fresh romaine lettuce, tomato, and optional red onion and banana peppers. Topped with a flavorful balsamic olive oil dressing, this sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, offering a perfect balance of textures and Italian-inspired flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Bread

2 hoagie rolls

Meat & Cheese

4 oz thinly sliced salami
4 oz thinly sliced capicola
2 oz provolone cheese

Vegetables

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 pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Slice the tomato and red onion thinly to ensure even layering and enhanced sandwich texture.
Assemble Sandwich: Slice open the hoagie rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Layer each roll with salami, capicola, provolone cheese, shredded romaine lettuce, tomato slices, onions if using, and banana peppers.
Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, adjusting the proportions slightly if desired for taste.
Add Dressing: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar mixture generously over the sandwich fillings. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavors.
Close and Press: Gently close the rolls, pressing them slightly to meld the flavors and keep all ingredients secure inside.
Serve: Cut the sandwiches in half if desired. Serve immediately with your choice of chips or a side salad for a complete meal.

Notes

For a spicier version, add sliced hot peppers or substitute banana peppers with pepperoncini.
Use fresh hoagie rolls for the best texture and flavor.
To make it easier to handle, wrap the sandwich in parchment paper before pressing.
Omitting the banana peppers and onion makes this sandwich milder in flavor.
Can be customized by adding your favorite Italian deli meats or cheese varieties.