This Italian Hoagie Dip recipe is one of the best recipes I have in my arsenal. It makes an appearance at every single party and the bowl is always wiped clean.
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The Italian Dip recipe is layers of Italian meats and cheese, topped with a tangy, Italian herb spread and garnished with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and peppers. It’s a flavor explosion! Who invented the hoagie? Here is more information about this sandwich.
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What We Love About This Italian Subs Recipe
It’s one of those dishes that has people begging for the recipe. I’m just letting you know that now, so you can be prepared if you take it to a party. Don’t say I didn’t warn you!
- 20 Minute Meal: Such a hearty dip it can replace a meal.
- Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry or fridge.
- Family Friendly: A crowd pleaser for any party or game night.
- Adaptable: Can make it low-fat, low -sodium cold cuts or cheeses.
Ingredient Notes for this Italian Sub Sandwich Dip
- Pepperoni: Chopped into bite-size pieces.
- Roast Turkey Breast: Diced into small pieces
- Genoa salami: Diced into the same size as the other meats and cheeses.
- Ham: Deli ham chopped into pieces.
- Provolone cheese chopped into small pieces
- Onion: Finely diced.
- Iceberg Lettuce: Shredded and chopped.
- Banana Peppers: For a bit of heat, finely chopped (optional).
- Tomato: Seeded and chopped.
- Mayonnaise: Any brand you have on hand.
- Olive Oil: A good olive oil.
- Italian Seasoning Mix: See the link for the recipe or buy at the grocery store.
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes: Again, just to give a little heat.
Equipment Needed
How to Make Hoagie Spread
These are the basic steps for making italian hoagie spread. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions.
STEP 1: PREPARE
First, chop all your ingredients to a uniform size and then in a large bowl, combine the deli meats and cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato and banana peppers.
STEP 2: DRESSING
Next, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, olive oil. oregano, basil and pepper flakes.Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the meat mixture and stir to combine.
STEP 3: SERVE
Finally, serve with baguette slices or crackers.
Prep and Storage Tips
HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME
Prepare ahead of time by chopping all the ingredients and keeping in airtight containers until ready to assemble. The dressing can be prepared ahead of time too.
HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE
Store veggies separate from the dip until ready to serve so that the dip will be optimally fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use a keto or low carb mayo along with crackers that are low carb such as a cauliflower cracker.
Of course you can use different meats and cheeses in this recipe.For example: Prosciutto.
Pancetta.
Capocollo
Soppressata
Gorgonzola
Pecorino Toscano
Fontina
Mozzarella
Indeed, this is a real party pleaser so make as much or as little as your gathering necessitates.
Really, the mayo adds a cream element to the dip but you can simply use an Italian Dressing, red wine vinegar and oil with oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and black pepper.
A long sandwich, also known as a hero, grinder or sub. Find out more about hoagies here.
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
- Add Olives: Kalamata or black olives are wonderful in this recipe.
- Short cut tip: Have your local deli cut your cold cuts in hunks and then dice the meats to the size you wish.
- Variation tip: Omit the peppers if you have people who do not enjoy spicy things. Or if they like peppers add some pepperoncini too.
- Chips: Tortilla Chips or Sun Chips are a great alternative to crackers or bread.
- Peppers: Roasted red peppers,pepperoncini peppers, pickle such as a dill pickles are a nice addition to this dip.
- Bread Bowl: Serve in the center of the bread loaf. Or slice hoagie rolls into smaller sized pieces and toast with a little garlic and olive oil.
What to Serve with Italian Hoagie Dip
Italian Hoagie Dip
Ingredients
- ¼ pound sliced pepperoni, chopped into small pieces
- ¼ pound deli turkey breast, chopped into small pieces
- ¼ pound deli Genoa salami, chopped into small pieces
- ¼ pound deli ham, chopped into small pieces
- ¼ pound deli provolone cheese, chopped into small pieces
- 1 onion, finely diced
- ½ head iceberg lettuce, shredded and chopped
- ½ cup hot banana peppers, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tomato, seeded and chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the deli meats and cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato and banana peppers.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, olive oil. oregano, basil and pepper flakes.
- Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the meat mixture and stir to combine.
- Serve with sliced baguette or crackers.
Expert Tips
- Add Olives: Kalamata or black olives are wonderful in this recipe.
- Short cut tip: Have your local deli cut your cold cuts in hunks and then dice the meats to the size you wish.
- Variation tip: Omit the peppers if you have people who do not enjoy spicy things. Or if they like peppers add some pepperoncini too.
- Chips: Tortilla Chips or Sun Chips are a great alternative to crackers or bread.
- Peppers: Roasted red peppers,pepperoncini peppers, pickle such as a dill pickles are a nice addition to this dip.
- Bread Bowl: Serve in the center of the bread loaf. Or slice hoagie rolls into smaller sized pieces and toast with a little garlic and olive oil.
Estimated Nutritional Information
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This recipe is my personal adaption of an ethnic inspired recipe. It is not intended to be an authentic recipe. I’ve recreated this recipe because I enjoy the flavors and I want to encourage my readers to expand their tastes and try new flavor combinations. The recipe, ingredients and processes may have been adapted to make the recipe accessible for the average American. I have provided links to authentic versions of the recipe in the post above. I encourage you to visit these pages and learn more about the traditional version(s) of this recipe.
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Love this dip! Every time I bring it to a get together I’m asked for the recipe. I also make it a salad. I mix the lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, meat and cheese together, along with some chopped black olives and red onion, then I mix the dressing ingredients separately (mayo, oil, seasonings, a little pepper juice or red wine vinegar) and only add the dressing right before serving. So, so good!
It was ok but not very flavorful. I don’t think I’d take it to a party. Maybe I did something wrong but I can’t figure it out, I followed the recipe exactly. Bummed ☹️
Hmm. It is full of flavor so I too am confused. You can always add more flavor with banana peppers or herbs.
Used about a half cup more of mayo and a tablespoon more of olive oil as the recipe as given made it a bit dry for our liking. Pepperonichini peppers instead of hot peppers and chopped black olives took this iver the top. Also used a bag of shredded lettuce.
Can this be mixed and refrigerated over night?
It could but I would not leave it too long as just like a regular hoagie, it will break down with the vinegar in the dressing.
What vinegar? Not In ingredients list.
There is no vinegar in this recipe.
Right?! I’m making it right now and will add some red wine vinegar at the end! I also added garlic and onion powder, pepper, and doubled the dressing
Excellent
Such a fun and hearty dip! It was gone in a matter of minutes!
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!