Ready to whip up your own homemade sub in a tub? Here’s everything you need to know!

For the Salad:

• Lettuce – I recommend using a small head of iceberg lettuce, with the outer leaves and core removed. Alternatively, you can opt for pre-shredded iceberg or even romaine.
• Tomato – I love using cherry tomatoes, but feel free to substitute with grape, Roma, or any juicy on-the-vine tomatoes.
• Onion – Sweet yellow onion is the classic choice for Jersey Mike’s, but red onion works beautifully as well.
• Pepperoncini – These slightly sweet Italian chile peppers come jarred and can be found near pickles and olives in stores. You can swap them for sliced banana peppers, pickles, or jalapeño for a kick.
• Provolone cheese – I prefer provolone, but any favorite hard cheese would work.
• Deli meat – I include deli ham, turkey, and salami, but feel free to mix in your favorites like chicken, roast beef, or pepperoni.
• (Optional) soft Italian rolls – These are optional but can be added as small torn pieces to the top of the salad for a crouton-like effect. You can also stuff the salad into a whole roll for a hearty sandwich. Use gluten-free rolls if needed, or skip them altogether for a low-carb option.

For the Dressing:

• Extra-virgin olive oil
• Red wine vinegar
• Dried oregano – Italian seasoning could be a substitute.
• Salt
• Black pepper

Check out the ingredient list with exact measurements in the recipe card below.

You can use a food chopper to speed up the process of this chopped salad, or simply use a knife and cutting board for traditional chopping.

1. Chop all the salad ingredients (excluding the Italian roll, if using) into uniform pieces, and toss them into a large bowl.
2. In a small bowl or jar, combine all the dressing ingredients. Whisk or shake to blend. This dressing can be prepared up to 2 days ahead of time.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the chopped salad and mix well. If using, add the chopped Italian rolls and toss again just before serving.

Tip! Including bread as a soft crouton in this salad adds heartiness while keeping it light and refreshing. However, you can easily leave the bread out to maintain a low-carb and gluten-free dish. My husband prefers stuffing the salad mixture into an Italian roll for a quick, protein-packed sandwich that keeps him fueled during long shifts as a Denver firefighter.

Now you have all you need to create your fabulous homemade sub in a tub! Grab a food chopper or a trusty knife to make chopping a breeze.