Italian Sub Sandwich

closeup of a freshly made italian sub on a cutting board.

4.75 from 20 votes

Italian Sub Sandwich

Meaty and flavorful, this Italian Sub Sandwich has it all! Crispy bread layered with mayo and Italian dressing, piled high with provolone cheese, ham, salami and mortadella. Finish it off with your favorite toppings and you've got the ultimate sandwich!

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Total Time10

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: italian sub, italian sub sandwich

Servings:

Calories: 575kcal

Author: Joanna Cismaru

Ingredients

¼ cup mayonnaise
1 French baguette sliced horizontally
½ pound deli ham thinly sliced
¼ pound salami thinly sliced, such as Genoa salami
¼ pound mortadella
8 ounce Provolone cheese sliced
2 cup romaine lettuce shredded
2 large tomatoes sliced
½ medium red onion thinly sliced
½ cup banana peppers
¼ cup Italian Dressing

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Instructions

Start by splitting your French baguette horizontally and generously spreading mayonnaise on the bottom half. Begin your sandwich build with a layer of Provolone cheese, using up half of your slices.
On top of the cheese, arrange your deli meats, starting with the ham, followed by the salami, and finally the mortadella.
Continue your sub by layering the remaining Provolone cheese slices, hen generously add the shredded romaine lettuce, tomato slices, and thinly sliced red onion. Add a tangy bite with the banana peppers, scattering them evenly across the sandwich. Drizzle your Italian dressing over everything to add that quintessential zesty flavor.
Crown your sandwich with the top half of the baguette. To serve, cut the sandwich into four or six equal pieces, depending on your preference.

Notes

Meat Variations: You can easily customize this sandwich to suit your preference. If you're not a fan of certain deli meats, feel free to substitute with others you prefer.
Bread Choices: While I recommend a French baguette for its crunchy exterior and soft interior, other bread types like Italian roll or ciabatta can also work well in this recipe.
Prepping Ahead: If preparing these sandwiches in advance, consider adding the dressing just before serving to prevent the bread from getting soggy.
Storage Tips: The sandwich is best consumed on the day it's made, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge, well-wrapped, for up to a day.
Watching Sodium: For those watching their sodium intake, opt for low-sodium deli meats and cheese, and be mindful of the salt content in the dressing.

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