Teresa's Recipes
Authentic Italian Sub Sandwich
Savor the taste of Italy with this delightful Italian sub sandwich! Each bite is a symphony of flavors, filled with a medley of delectable Italian meats and cheese, fresh, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty Italian dressing. This sandwich is a perfect representation of Italian cuisine, known for its simplicity, quality ingredients, and bold flavors. It's a satisfying lunch or dinner option that transports your taste buds straight to a sunny afternoon in Italy.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Italian bread
- 8 slices Salami
- 8 slices Ham
- 8 slices Pepperoni
- 8 slices Provolone cheese
- 1 cup, shredded Lettuce
- 1 medium, sliced Tomato
- 1/4, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1/4 cup, sliced Banana peppers
- 2 tablespoons Italian dressing
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Slice the Italian bread in half lengthwise, ensuring not to cut all the way through so the sandwich holds together.
- On the bottom half of the bread, layer the salami, ham, pepperoni, and provolone cheese. Spread them evenly for the perfect bite every time.
- Add the fresh lettuce, tomato slices, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced banana peppers on top of the meats and cheese.
- Drizzle the zesty Italian dressing over the ingredients, ensuring every bite is full of flavor.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, enhancing the natural flavors of the ingredients.
- Fold over the top half of the bread to complete the sandwich.
- Slice the sandwich into individual servings. For easy handling, you can secure each section with a toothpick.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the authentic taste of Italy!
Tips
- For an extra touch of authenticity, you could use a homemade Italian dressing. Just mix olive oil, red wine vinegar, a pinch of garlic powder, oregano, and basil.
- You can mix and match the Italian meats based on your preference. Other popular options include capicola or mortadella.