Updated on July 22nd, 2025
If you love warm, hearty subs with lots of flavor, this copycat version of the Quiznos Classic Italian recipe is a must-try. Built on toasted sub rolls, this sandwich layers salami, ham, and pepperoni with melted mozzarella cheese and fresh toppings like lettuce, tomato, olives, and onion. What really makes this sandwich stand out is the combination of basil pesto and sweet balsamic dressing spread inside the bread before baking. It’s easy to put together and delivers the same satisfying taste you’d expect from the original.
Why this recipe works
- Three layers of meat: The mix of salami, pepperoni, and ham gives the sandwich a deep, savory flavor that’s both familiar and satisfying.
- Baked for texture and warmth: Heating the sandwich in the oven allows the cheese to melt and the flavors to blend while lightly toasting the bread.
- Flavorful spread: Basil pesto and sweet balsamic dressing bring sweetness, tang, and a touch of freshness that ties everything together.
- Fresh toppings for balance: The addition of crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, and sharp onion gives the sandwich a fresh crunch in every bite.
Serving suggestions
- Pair with chips or a pickle: Serve the sandwich with a side of kettle chips or a crisp pickle spear to keep it simple and satisfying.
- Make it a meal: Add a bowl of soup or a small Italian salad with vinaigrette to turn it into a full lunch or dinner.
- Customize your toppings: Offer extras like banana peppers, roasted red peppers, or shredded parmesan so everyone can build their sandwich the way they like it.
- Serve for a group: Prepare a tray of these sandwiches and slice them into halves or thirds for an easy, crowd-pleasing party option.
Quiznos Classic Italian Recipe
If you love warm, hearty subs with lots of flavor, this copycat version of the Quiznos Classic Italian sandwich is a must-try.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 6 sub rolls
- 1/3lb sliced salami
- 1/3lb sliced pepperoni
- 1/3lb sliced ham
- 12 slices mozzarella cheese
- 12 thin slices tomato
- 12 thin slices onion
- lettuce
- sliced black olives
- sliced pepperoncini
- dried oregano
- sweet balsamic dressing
- basil pesto
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Split the sub rolls and lay them onto a baking sheet. Spread about 1 tablespoon of sweet balsamic onto one side of the inside of the sub roll, and about 1 tablespoon of basil pesto on the other side.
- Fill each sub roll with even amounts of the salami, pepperoni, ham, and 2 slices of mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle oregano over the cheese. Place into the oven and bake at 300 degrees for 10 minutes (or longer if you want them toasted more).
- Remove from the oven. Top the subs with 2 slices of tomato, 2 slices of onion, pepperoncini, black olives, and lettuce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 1046
- Sugar: 20.3 g
- Sodium: 2867 mg
- Fat: 45.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 61.3 g
- Protein: 98.2 g
- Cholesterol: 112.4 mg