Italian Hero Sandwich

Dive into the bold and savory flavors of an Italian Hero Sandwich, the ultimate deli-style sub brimming with authenticity and taste. Built on a crusty Italian bread or hoagie roll, this hearty masterpiece is layered with premium deli meats like salami, capicola, and ham, complemented by creamy provolone cheese. Crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, red onion, and tangy pepperoncini add a refreshing crunch, while a zesty drizzle of olive oil, red wine vinegar, and oregano elevates every bite with classic Italian flair. Finished with a spread of mayonnaise for added richness, this no-cook, 15-minute recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or game day feast. Slice it up, serve it fresh, and savor the bold, authentic flavors of this irresistible hero sandwich!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Italian bread or hoagie roll
• 4 slices Salami
• 4 slices Capicola
• 4 slices Provolone cheese
• 4 slices Ham
• 1 cup Lettuce
• 1 large, sliced Tomato
• 0.25 sliced Red onion
• 0.25 cup Pepperoncini
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Slice the Italian bread or hoagie roll horizontally in half, leaving one side slightly connected to act as a hinge.

Step 2

Spread mayonnaise evenly on both interior sides of the bread.

Step 3

Layer the bottom half of the bread with salami, capicola, ham, and provolone cheese slices, folding the deli meats slightly to add volume if desired.

Step 4

Evenly distribute the lettuce, tomato slices, red onion slices, and pepperoncini on top of the cheese layer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until emulsified.

Step 6

Drizzle the olive oil and vinegar mixture over the vegetables and meats for added flavor.

Step 7

Close the sandwich by bringing the top half of the bread over the fillings. Gently press down to hold everything together.

Step 8

Slice the sandwich into portions if necessary and serve immediately. Optional: Wrap the sandwich tightly in parchment paper to let the flavors meld for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1156.7 grams (1156.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2994

Total Fat 144.60g	185%
Saturated Fat 46.40g	232%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.00g
Cholesterol 346mg	115%
Sodium 10817mg	470%
Total Carbohydrate 286.90g	104%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 33.70g
Protein 126.50g	253%

Vitamin D 26IU	131%
Calcium 1036mg	80%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 1532mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.0%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 38.8%