✔️American Cuisine
✔️Requires 10 minutes preparation time
✔️Does not need cooking
✔️Total time of preparation is under 10 minutes
✔️Serves 1
Do you ever feel like your sandwich is playing hard-to-get with carbs?
Enter the “Sub in a Tub” recipe: a no-bread, all-flavor hero that’s here to save your taste buds and your waistline. It’s everything you love about a sub, minus the bread guilt!
What Ingredients Will I Need?
- Turkey Lunchmeat: 5-8 thin slices of your favorite deli darling (Dietz & Watson has my heart).
- Bacon: 2 slices, chopped into tiny crispy dreams (center cut works best).
- Ghost Pepper Jack Cheese: 2 slices of spicy, creamy goodness (also Dietz & Watson because, why not?).
- Shredded Iceberg Lettuce: 1.5 cups of that cool, crunchy vibe (pre-shredded bags = no judgment, just convenience).
- Tomato: 2-3 slices, preferably those vine-ripened beauties for peak juiciness.
- Red Onion: 3-5 thin slices to add a little zing.
- Fresh Jalapeño: 1/2 of one, sliced thin—because we like it hot.
- Pickled Banana Peppers: 1/4 cup of tangy, briny perfection.
- Olive Oil: 1-2 tablespoons to drizzle the magic.
- Red Wine Vinegar: 1-2 tablespoons to keep things tangy and balanced.
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- Mayo: 1/2 to 1 tablespoon (Duke’s, because it’s mayo royalty).
- Dried Oregano: 1/4 teaspoon to sprinkle a hint of herbaceous charm (Simply Organic works wonders).
- Salt & Pepper: A big pinch of each to make everything pop.
Easy Guide To Make Sub in a Tub
- Use a food chopper for quick prep or chop by hand with a knife and cutting board.
- Cut the lettuce, veggies, meat, and cheese into equal-sized pieces.
- Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, mayo, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl or a jar with a lid.
- Whisk or shake well to blend. (Pro tip: You can make the dressing up to 2 days in advance!)
- Add the chopped ingredients to a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- If you’re using a chopped Italian roll (for a little carb twist), add it now and toss again.
- Your breadless bowl of deliciousness is now ready!
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Tips and Suggestions
A great recipe isn’t just about the ingredients. It’s the little tweaks and tricks that take it from good to WOW. Here are some tips that will help you make this salad your own.
- Want a little extra heartiness? Add some chopped bread for a crouton-like twist. It keeps things light but satisfying.
- Skip the bread entirely to keep it low-carb or gluten-free.
- You can stuff this salad into an Italian roll for a quick, high-protein sandwich.
- This recipe is inspired by the Original Italian sub, so feel free to go all-in on the cured meats for that authentic deli vibe.
- To save on cost, ask your deli to slice just the amount of meats you need instead of buying full packages.
- Need smaller portions? Split it into two for easy lunch meal prep.
Play around with the ingredients to suit your taste or pantry. A little tweaking, and this salad is your new go-to.
Nutrition Insights
| Yield | 1 Serving |
| Calories | 1081 |
| Fat | 87.2g |
| Total Carbs | 11g |
| Fiber | 3.5g |
| Sugar | 6.5g |
| Protein | 54.9g |
| Net Carbs | 7.3g |
Enjoy a flavorful meal packed with protein and healthy fats while keeping carbs low!
