Chopped Italian Sub Salad (Easy Deli-Inspired Recipe)
If you love a classic Italian sub sandwich, you’ll love this Chopped Italian Sub Salad. It’s packed with deli-inspired favorites like salami, pepperoni, turkey, cheese, and fresh veggies, all tossed in a zesty Italian dressing. This easy grinder salad alternative comes together in just 15 minutes, is low-carb, and is perfect for parties, potlucks, quick lunches, easy dinners, or meal prep.
If you enjoy Italian-inspired flavors, you’ll also love this Smoked Sausage Pasta Salad for another easy meal or potluck favorite.
How to Make Chopped Italian Sub Salad
Here are the ingredients you need to make this Chopped Italian Sub Salad recipe, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.
Ingredients
- 1. Cut the salami, pepperoni, and turkey into bite-sized strips or small pieces, about 1 inch long, so they’re easy to eat in every bite.
- 2. Chop the iceberg lettuce, dice the tomato and red onion, and shred the cheese if you’re not using pre-shredded.
- 3. Add the lettuce, meats, vegetables, cheese, Italian dressing, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to a large mixing bowl. Toss well until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- 4. Serve immediately for the freshest texture, or cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to enjoy. Give the salad a quick toss before serving if it has been chilled.
Step by Step Instructions
1. Cut the salami, pepperoni, and turkey into bite-sized strips or small pieces, about 1 inch long, so they’re easy to eat in every bite.
2. Chop the iceberg lettuce, dice the tomato and red onion, (and shred the cheese if you’re not using pre-shredded).
3. Add the lettuce, meats, vegetables, cheese, Italian dressing, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to a large mixing bowl. Toss well until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
4. Serve immediately for the freshest texture, or cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to enjoy. Give the salad a quick toss before serving if it has been chilled.
Notes
This recipe can serve anywhere from 2 to 4 people depending on portion size.
This Chopped Italian Sub Salad is one of those easy recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again. It’s fresh, filling, and comes together in minutes with simple ingredients. Enjoy it on its own, serve it with soup, or customize it with your favorite deli meats and cheeses.
More Salad Recipes
This Chopped Italian Sub Salad is one of those easy recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again. It’s fresh, filling, and comes together in minutes with simple ingredients. Enjoy it on its own, serve it with soup, or customize it with your favorite deli meats and cheeses.
Chopped Italian Sub Salad
Ingredients
- ½ head of iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 6-8 slices of salami, chopped
- 6-8 slices of pepperoni, large lunch meat size, chopped
- 6-8 slices of deli sliced turkey, chopped
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1 roma tomato, diced
- 2/3 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup Italian dressing
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cut the salami, pepperoni, and turkey into bite-sized strips or small pieces, about 1 inch long, so they’re easy to eat in every bite.
- Chop the iceberg lettuce, dice the tomato and red onion, (and shred the cheese if you’re not using pre-shredded).
- Add the lettuce, meats, vegetables, cheese, Italian dressing, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning to a large mixing bowl. Toss well until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately for the freshest texture, or cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to enjoy. Give the salad a quick toss before serving if it has been chilled.
