My Favorite Italian Sub Sandwich

Name: My Favorite Italian Sub Sandwich
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 crusty Italian sub roll; 3 slices Genoa salami; 3 slices pepperoni; 3 slices capicola; 2 slices fresh mozzarella cheese; 1 handful shredded lettuce; 2 slices ripe tomato; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 1 pinch dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste

A classic, hearty Italian sub that brings the best of the deli right into your own kitchen.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Italian· July 18, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

10 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about a really good deli sandwich. This version is my go to when I want a quick lunch that tastes like it came from a local specialty shop, and the combination of savory meats with creamy cheese never gets old.

To keep everything from getting soggy, I like to layer the lettuce and tomatoes right before serving. If you have some extra time, letting the oil and vinegar soak into the bread for a few minutes makes a world of difference.

🧺 Ingredients

1 crusty Italian sub roll
3 slices Genoa salami
3 slices pepperoni
3 slices capicola
2 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
1 handful shredded lettuce
2 slices ripe tomato
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 pinch dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Slice your sub roll open and lightly toast the inside if you prefer a little crunch.
2
Layer the salami, pepperoni, and capicola on the bottom half of the bread.
3
Place the fresh mozzarella slices over the meat.
4
Top the cheese with your tomato slices and shredded lettuce.
5
Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the lettuce and tomatoes.
6
Sprinkle the oregano, salt, and pepper over the top before closing the sandwich with the other half of the roll.

💡 Tips

If you are packing this for a picnic, keep the dressing in a small container and add it just before you eat so the bread stays firm. You can store leftovers in the fridge for a few hours, but this sandwich is best enjoyed fresh.

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