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Chopped Italian Sandwich

Italian-American · Lunch · Easy

Chopped Italian Sandwich

Total
20 min
Prep
20 min
Serves
4
Calories
620
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Salami, ham, provolone and crunchy lettuce get chopped into one tangy filling, so every bite of the roll has meat, cheese and dressing.

The chopping board becomes the mixing bowl for Chopped Italian Sandwich. Cutting the filling together spreads the sharp pepperoncini and creamy dressing through the meat, giving a balanced bite without slippery layers.

Dry the lettuce thoroughly and drain the peppers before chopping. Fill the rolls just before eating; once salt and vinegar hit the vegetables, they start releasing juice into the bread.

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Method

  1. Pile salami, fully cooked ham and provolone on a large chopping board. Chop into small pieces, then add iceberg lettuce, tomato, red onion and pepperoncini.

  2. Chop across the pile several times until the vegetables and meats are evenly mixed but still have distinct small pieces.

  3. Add mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, dried oregano and black pepper. Fold through with a wide spatula, then divide among the sandwich rolls and serve right away.

Forkue tips

  • A board with a juice groove catches the dressing while you fold the filling.

Storing and reheating

Keep the undressed chopped meats and vegetables refrigerated separately for up to 2 days. Dress only the portion you need; assembled sandwiches soften quickly and are best eaten immediately.

Kitchen gear

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Nutrition per serving, estimated

620Calories
31gProtein
54gCarbs
31gFat

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Chopped Italian Sandwich: FAQ

Can I make the filling the night before?

Prepare the meats and cheese ahead, but keep the lettuce and dressing separate. Combine them just before filling the rolls to preserve the crunch.

What can I use instead of pepperoncini?

Drained banana peppers give a similar tang with gentle heat. Chopped dill pickles also work, though the filling will taste more like a deli sandwich.

How do I store and reheat Chopped Italian Sandwich?

Keep the undressed chopped meats and vegetables refrigerated separately for up to 2 days. Dress only the portion you need; assembled sandwiches soften quickly and are best eaten immediately.

How long does Chopped Italian Sandwich take?

About 20 min in total: 20 min prep and 0 min cooking.

What do I need to make Chopped Italian Sandwich?

The key ingredients are sandwich rolls, salami, ham, provolone, iceberg lettuce and tomato, plus pantry basics.

Any tips for Chopped Italian Sandwich?

A board with a juice groove catches the dressing while you fold the filling.

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