Sub in a Tub Salad

Name: Sub in a Tub Salad with Turkey and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded; 1 roma tomato, thinly sliced; 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced; 1 jalapeño, sliced; 1/4 cup banana pepper rings; 8 oz sliced deli turkey; 4 slices pepper jack cheese; salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp red wine vinegar; 2 tbsp bacon crumbles; 2 tbsp light mayonnaise

Sub in a Tub Salad is a quick, high-protein salad that captures the flavor of a deli sub sandwich in bowl form, combining sliced turkey, pepper jack cheese, bacon, and pickled vegetables tossed in red wine vinaigrette.

🌍American 🏷️Sub in a tub 🏷️Salad 🏷️Turkey salad 🏷️Deli salad Low-carb

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🏷️High-protein

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Total

15 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$26–$43

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Ingredients

1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 roma tomato, thinly sliced
1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, slicedoptional
1/4 cup banana pepper rings
8 oz sliced deli turkey
4 slices pepper jack cheese
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp bacon crumbles
2 tbsp light mayonnaise

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Instructions

1
Prepare the vegetables: shred the lettuce, thinly slice the tomato and red onion, and slice the jalapeño.
2
Lay out the deli turkey slices, top with the pepper jack cheese slices, and roll tightly into a log.
3
Slice the turkey and cheese roll into pinwheels.
4
In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and sliced red onions.
5
Add the sliced jalapeños and banana pepper rings to the bowl.
6
Season the salad with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and dried oregano.
7
Drizzle with olive oil and a splash of red wine vinegar.
8
Add the sliced turkey and cheese rolls and the bacon crumbles to the salad.
9
Finish by drizzling light mayonnaise over the top.
10
Toss everything together and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Shred the iceberg lettuce just before assembly to maximize crispness; wet lettuce wilts faster once dressed.
Layer heavier ingredients (cheese, turkey, bacon) on top of greens to prevent them from sinking and getting soggy.
Slice the red onion and jalapeño thin and let them sit in the vinaigrette for 5–10 minutes before tossing to soften their bite slightly.
Add the mayonnaise drizzle just before serving; mixing it in early will make the salad creamy rather than crisp.

Substitutions

Iceberg lettuce → Romaine or mixed greens (heartier, less wilting)
Deli turkey → Roasted chicken breast or ham (similar protein level)
Banana peppers → Roasted red peppers or pickled onions (maintains acidity and tang)
Pepper jack → Provolone or Swiss cheese (milder but still complements the sub theme)