Recipe by Steph Grasso
Sub in a Tub
Recipe by Steph Grasso – Sub in a Tub
Everything you love about an Italian sub comes together in this hearty salad. The Fresh Express® American Salad Blend provides the perfect crisp base for layers of turkey, salami, pepperoni, provolone, and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a homemade Italian vinaigrette. Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or prepping for the week ahead, this recipe is a fresh and flavorful crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 bag Fresh Express® American Salad Blend
- 3 oz deli turkey, chopped
- 2 oz salami, chopped
- 2 oz pepperoni, chopped
- 4 oz provolone cheese, cubed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- â…“ cup banana pepper rings
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup pepperoncini, sliced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional, but highly recommended)
HomemadeItalian Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl or meal prep container, combine the Fresh Express® American Salad Blend, turkey, salami, pepperoni, provolone, tomatoes, red onion, banana peppers, roasted red peppers, olives, pepperoncini, Parmesan, and basil.
- Whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth and emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for 5–10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld or pack the dressing separately and toss just before eating if taking it to the beach.
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