East Coast Italian Sub with Genoa Salami and Provolone
An East Coast-style submarine sandwich stacked with Genoa salami, provolone cheese, crisp veggies, and zesty Italian dressing on a fresh hoagie roll. This american-inspired sandwiches & wraps ready in about 10 minutes pairs inches hoagie roll, Genoa salami slices, provolone cheese slices for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 inches hoagie roll
- 5 oz Genoa salami slices
- 3 slices provolone cheese slices
- 1/4 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 3 slices sliced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp thinly sliced red onions
- 4 peppers, sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 2 tbsp Italian dressing
- 1 tsp olive oil
- to taste fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice the 8-inch hoagie roll lengthwise without cutting all the way through, creating a pocket. Drizzle 1 tsp olive oil evenly inside the bread.
- Step 2: Layer 5 oz Genoa salami evenly along the bottom half of the roll, then place 3 slices provolone cheese over the salami.
- Step 3: Add 1/4 cup shredded iceberg lettuce, 3 tomato slices, 2 tbsp thinly sliced red onions, and 4 sliced pepperoncini peppers evenly over the cheese.
- Step 4: Drizzle 2 tbsp Italian dressing evenly over the vegetables and season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Step 5: Close the sandwich, press gently, and slice in half diagonally. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does East Coast Italian Sub with Genoa Salami and Provolone take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover East Coast Italian Sub with Genoa Salami and Provolone?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep inches hoagie roll from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in East Coast Italian Sub with Genoa Salami and Provolone?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale East Coast Italian Sub with Genoa Salami and Provolone for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with East Coast Italian Sub with Genoa Salami and Provolone?
American sandwiches & wraps like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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