A Real Maine Italian

Experience the authentic taste of New England with "A Real Maine Italian" sandwich, a quintessential classic that's perfect for lunch or a quick dinner. This hearty creation starts with a soft Italian sandwich roll, generously layered with thinly sliced ham, Genoa salami, and creamy American cheese. Crowned with fresh, crispy vegetables—like green bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, dill pickles, and shredded iceberg lettuce—it delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. A drizzle of olive oil and red wine vinegar ties the flavors together, while subtle hints of salt and pepper add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook, flavor-packed sandwich is a must-try for lovers of Italian cuisine and Maine's culinary traditions. Great for picnics, road trips, or when you just need an easy meal with big flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 soft Italian sandwich roll
• 4 slices ham, thinly sliced
• 2 slices American cheese
• 4 slices Genoa salami, thinly sliced
• 0.25 whole green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 0.5 whole ripe tomato, thinly sliced
• 6 pieces dill pickle chips
• 0.25 whole red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
• 2 tablespoons black olives, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 pinch black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the Italian sandwich roll lengthwise, leaving one side attached to act as a hinge.

Step 2

Arrange the sliced ham evenly over the bottom half of the roll.

Step 3

Layer the American cheese slices on top of the ham.

Step 4

Add the sliced Genoa salami over the cheese for a balanced meat ratio.

Step 5

Evenly distribute the green bell pepper, tomato slices, dill pickle chips, and red onion on top of the meats and cheese.

Step 6

Add the shredded iceberg lettuce and sliced black olives as the final layer of produce.

Step 7

Drizzle olive oil and red wine vinegar over the top of the vegetables, ensuring even coverage.

Step 8

Season the sandwich with a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 9

Carefully fold the top half of the roll over the filling, pressing gently to compress the sandwich slightly.

Step 10

Wrap the sandwich in parchment paper or foil for easy handling and to let the flavors meld, if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(661.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1646.9

Total Fat 109.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 206.3mg	0%
Sodium 5101.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 67.7g	0%

Vitamin D 89.0IU	0%
Calcium 327.0mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 1213.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 23.7%