Description
Hearty Italian Grinder Sub brings bold Mediterranean flavors together in one mouthwatering sandwich loaded with premium meats, zesty peppers, and melted cheese. Classic ingredients dance between crusty bread, promising a satisfying meal that delivers robust taste and authentic Italian spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 3 slices salami
- 3 slices ham
- 3 slices mortadella
Bread and Cheese:
- 1 Italian sub roll or hoagie bun
- 3 slices provolone cheese
Fresh Ingredients and Condiments:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) shredded lettuce
- 2 slices tomato
- 2 slices red onion
- 3–4 banana pepper rings
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully split the Italian sub roll horizontally, creating two even halves for maximum ingredient coverage.
- Generously coat both interior bread surfaces with a smooth layer of mayonnaise, ensuring complete and even distribution.
- Arrange cured meat selections – salami, ham, and mortadella – across the bottom bread half in overlapping layers for rich flavor intensity.
- Position provolone cheese atop the meat layer, allowing slight overhang for visual appeal and complete coverage.
- Distribute fresh crisp lettuce evenly, followed by ripe tomato slices positioned for balanced texture and color.
- Scatter thinly sliced red onion rings and tangy banana pepper rings across the vegetable layer for sharp, zesty notes.
- Drizzle high-quality olive oil and robust red wine vinegar over the vegetables to enhance overall taste profile.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning blend, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the sandwich’s aromatic complexity.
- Gently press the top bread half downward, compressing ingredients and creating a cohesive, compact sandwich structure.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness, or securely wrap and refrigerate for up to 4 hours to maintain ingredient integrity.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by toasting the sub roll lightly before assembling to enhance its texture and create a crispier base.
- Slice vegetables thinly and uniformly to ensure balanced distribution and easier eating experience.
- Customize protein options by substituting meats with turkey, roast beef, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Elevate the sandwich’s taste by letting it rest for 10-15 minutes after assembly, allowing flavors to meld together and ingredients to slightly marinate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 760 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1800 mg
- Fat: 60 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 35 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg