Italian Sub Salad
When you're craving that classic Italian sub flavor but want something lighter and fresher, the Italian Sub Salad is your perfect solution! Imagine all those yummy ingredients you love—salami, pepperoni, provolone, and crunchy veggies—combined in a vibrant salad. Not only is it colorful and satisfying, but it's also super easy to whip up any day of the week. Let’s dive into this flavorful dish together!
Ingredients
- 4 cups romaine lettuce or spinach for a twist
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved or diced regular tomatoes
- ½ cup cucumbers sliced these can be swapped for bell peppers
- ½ cup red onion sliced thinly or scallions for milder flavor
- 6 ounces salami sliced into strips try turkey salami or ham as another option
- 6 ounces pepperoni if you're feeling adventurous, try turkey pepperoni
- 6 ounces provolone cheese diced mozzarella or even feta will work! Go wild!
- ½ cup black olives sliced consider using green olives for a different zing
- ⅓ cup Italian dressing homemade is totally an option, but store-bought works great too!
Instructions
- Wash and dry your romaine lettuce (or spinach) and chop it into bite-sized pieces. Place it at the bottom of a large bowl.
- Add the cherry tomatoes and cucumbers to the bowl.
- Next, throw in the red onion slices for that sharp flavor.
- Layer in the salami and pepperoni, making your salad feel like a party!
- Then, sprinkle the provolone cheese and black olives on top.
- Finally, drizzle the Italian dressing all over and toss gently until everything is nicely coated!