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Chopped Italian Sandwich

Chopped Italian Sandwich: Quick, Customizable & Deliciously Fresh

The Chopped Italian Sandwich offers a quick meal filled with savory meats, fresh vegetables, and creamy cheese—perfect for customization and meal prep!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Sandwich Filling
  • 6 ounces Sliced ham Choose honey or Virginia ham for sweetness.
  • 6 ounces Genoa salami Traditional choice for authenticity.
  • 6 ounces Pepperoni Adds a signature spicy kick.
  • 2 cups Iceberg lettuce, chopped Provides essential crunch.
  • 1 large Fresh tomatoes Remove excess seeds.
  • 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped Enhances flavor profile.
  • 0.25 cup Banana peppers, sliced Can be substituted with pickles.
  • 6 ounces Provolone cheese, sliced Mild and creamy.
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Quality mayonnaise Adds richness and moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons Italian salad dressing Choose a robust variety.
  • 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar Provides brightness.
  • Italian seasoning and salt Essential for enhancing flavors.

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Gather all ingredients on a large cutting board.
  2. Roughly chop all meats, cheese, and vegetables into ½-inch pieces.
  3. Chop until you achieve a uniform mince, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Italian dressing, and red wine vinegar to create the dressing.
  5. Add chopped ingredients to the bowl with the dressing and mix well.
  6. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and a pinch of salt over the mixture and toss gently.
  7. Allow the mixture to rest for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  8. Keep chopped iceberg lettuce separate until ready to serve.
  9. Scoop the chopped mixture onto one side of the bread or lettuce, layer with lettuce, and close.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

You can easily adapt this sandwich for dietary needs with gluten-free options or vegetarian swaps.

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