Italian Sub Crunch Bowl (Print)

Fresh Italian sub-inspired crunch bowl with savory meats, cheeses, and crisp veggie textures in every bite.

# Components:

→ Salad Base

01 - 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/2 cup sliced red onions
04 - 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
05 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives

→ Meats & Cheeses

06 - 4 oz sliced Genoa salami, chopped
07 - 4 oz sliced ham, chopped
08 - 4 oz sliced provolone cheese, chopped
09 - 2.5 oz sliced pepperoni, chopped

→ Crunchy Add-Ons

10 - 1 cup Italian-style seasoned croutons

→ Dressing

11 - 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
12 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
13 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 clove garlic, minced
16 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mix chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onions, pepperoncini peppers, and black olives until evenly incorporated.
02 - Incorporate chopped Genoa salami, ham, provolone cheese, and pepperoni into the salad base, stirring gently to distribute evenly.
03 - Whisk red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until well blended.
04 - Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat all components uniformly.
05 - Just before serving, sprinkle Italian-style seasoned croutons evenly over the salad to retain maximum crispness.
06 - Divide the mixture into four individual bowls and serve immediately for optimal freshness and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • If you crave that Italian deli taste but want to skip the heavy bread, this is the crunchy answer.
  • The colorful crunch and zesty dressing combine for a bowl that's as lively as a group lunch with friends.
02 -
  • If you add croutons too soon, they lose their addictive crunch and just get lost in the crowd.
  • Letting the meats and veggies sit in the dressing for a few minutes before croutons brings out even more zing.
03 -
  • Letting the onions soak in cold water for five minutes mellows them beautifully.
  • Don’t skip rubbing the oregano; it’s a tiny step that unlocks huge flavor.
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