Description
Packed with Italian flavors, this Chopped Salad Sandwich delivers a delightful medley of crisp vegetables, zesty dressing, and savory meats nestled between rustic bread. Hearty layers promise a satisfying lunch that transports taste buds straight to Mediterranean comfort.
Ingredients
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Proteins and Cheese:
- 1/4 cup diced salami or prosciutto
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh Vegetables:
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup chopped pepperoncini
Bread and Condiments:
- 1 baguette or ciabatta roll
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Italian dressing
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) balsamic glaze (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Carefully slice the baguette or ciabatta roll horizontally, gently removing some interior bread to create a spacious filling cavity.
- In a generous mixing bowl, artfully combine crisp romaine lettuce, vibrant cherry tomatoes, sharp red onions, tangy pepperoncini, savory salami (or prosciutto), and creamy mozzarella cheese.
- Generously drizzle Italian dressing over the ingredients, thoroughly tossing to ensure each component is evenly coated.
- Spread a smooth layer of mayonnaise across the interior surfaces of both bread halves.
- Distribute the chopped salad mixture uniformly onto the bottom bread section, creating an even, abundant layer.
- For enhanced flavor, elegantly drizzle balsamic glaze over the filling, then delicately season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Gently place the top bread half over the filling, applying light pressure to compact the sandwich, then slice into manageable portions.
- Serve immediately while ingredients remain fresh and crisp, allowing diners to experience the full spectrum of Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
Notes
- Customize bread options by using gluten-free rolls or whole wheat baguettes for different dietary needs.
- Remove salami for a vegetarian version and replace with grilled eggplant or marinated artichokes for protein.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time and store separately to maintain crispness and prevent soggy bread before serving.
- Control sandwich moisture by draining pepperoncini and patting tomatoes dry to prevent bread from becoming wet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg