Description
Mouthwatering Italian Sub Sliders bring classic deli flavors to miniature party-perfect bites. Layers of salami, ham, provolone, and zesty pepperoncini create irresistible handheld sandwiches you cannot resist devouring at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats:
- 0.5 pound (226 grams) thinly sliced deli ham
- 0.5 pound (226 grams) thinly sliced pepperoni
- 0.5 pound (226 grams) thinly sliced Genoa salami
Cheese and Toppings:
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 1 cup sliced banana peppers (optional)
- 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- 0.5 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 0.25 cup sliced red onion
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
Buns and Seasoning:
- 12 slider buns or dinner rolls
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
For the Italian Dressing:
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, creating an ideal environment for melting cheese and warming the delicate slider components.
- Carefully split slider buns horizontally, creating a sturdy foundation for layering savory ingredients.
- Construct a flavorful base by arranging deli ham, pepperoni, Genoa salami, and provolone cheese across the bottom bun halves.
- Enhance the sliders with optional zesty additions like banana peppers, black olives, crisp lettuce, and sharp red onion slices.
- Crown the layered ingredients with top bun halves, transforming the components into compact sandwiches.
- Craft a robust Italian dressing by whisking olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.
- Generously drench the assembled sliders with the vibrant dressing, ensuring each bun absorbs the aromatic liquid.
- Shield the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15-20 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and ingredients to meld seamlessly.
- Once heated, unveil the sliders and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and herbaceous flavor.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting a delectable party-friendly meal that promises to tantalize taste buds.
Notes
- Mix and match deli meats based on personal preference or dietary needs, such as using turkey ham for a lighter option or adding salami for extra flavor.
- Assemble sliders up to a day in advance and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve, making them perfect for meal prep or party planning.
- Swap traditional slider buns with gluten-free rolls or use lettuce wraps for a low-carb alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg