Chopped Italian Grinder Sandwich (Print Version)

Hearty Italian grinder with chopped meats, provolone cheese, crisp lettuce, and tangy Italian dressing on toasted hoagie rolls.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 3.5 oz salami, diced
02 - 3.5 oz pepperoni, diced
03 - 3.5 oz ham, diced (optional)

→ Cheeses

04 - 4.2 oz provolone cheese, diced or shredded

→ Vegetables

05 - 2 cups iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
06 - 1 medium tomato, diced
07 - 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
08 - 1/4 cup pepperoncini, sliced (optional)

→ Dressing

09 - 1/3 cup Italian dressing

→ Bread

10 - 4 hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
11 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter (for toasting)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F or heat a large skillet over medium heat. Lightly butter the inside of each hoagie roll and toast until golden and crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
02 - In a large bowl, combine diced salami, pepperoni, ham (if using), provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pepperoncini.
03 - Drizzle Italian dressing over the mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
04 - Scoop the chopped mixture generously into each toasted roll and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chopping technique distributes flavor in every bite, so you never get that sad moment of pulling out all the meat in one go.
  • Its endlessly adaptable to whatever odds and ends are lurking in your deli drawer, making it perfect for clearing out the fridge before grocery day.
02 -
  • Chilling your mixing bowl for 15 minutes before combining ingredients helps keep everything crisp, especially in summer.
  • If making ahead for a picnic, keep the bread and filling separate until the last possible moment to prevent soggy disappointment.
03 -
  • Hollow out some of the soft interior of the bread before filling to create a sturdier sandwich that wont leak from the sides with every bite.
  • For extra flavor dimension, mix a tablespoon of grated parmesan into your dressing before tossing with the chopped ingredients.
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