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Italian Sub Salad

This is all the good stuff from an Italian sub without the bread - deli meats, cheese, pickled peppers, and that tangy dressing that makes it taste like the real deal. Perfect when you want something filling but lighter.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

Ingredients (~8 servings)

  • 1 1/2 heads iceberg lettuce shredded or finely sliced
  • 1 lb deli meat of choice smoked turkey, salami, ham, etc., finely chopped
  • ~8 oz cheese slices provolone, havarti, or cheddar work great, chopped
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper finely sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/2 cup pickled banana peppers drained
  • 3/4 cup sliced pickles optional, drained
  • 3/4 cup black olives drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese optional
  • Other sub toppings you like jalapeños, fried onions, etc.

Dressing

  • 3 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp honey warmed if thick
  • 1 Tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Cooling/Resting Time: 0 minutes
  • In a large bowl, combine shredded lettuce, chopped deli meat, chopped cheese, red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, banana peppers, pickles, black olives, and parmesan cheese.
  • Add any additional toppings like jalapeños or fried onions if desired.
  • Toss salad ingredients until well combined.
  • In a small jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Shake dressing vigorously until combined.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat evenly.
  • Divide into bowls and serve immediately.
  • Keep dressing separate if making ahead or for meal prep to prevent soggy lettuce.