Description
Hoagie Dip is a flavorful, easy-to-make appetizer that combines finely diced deli meats, cheese, and fresh vegetables tossed in a zesty Italian-inspired dressing. Perfect for parties and gatherings, this chilled dip offers all the delicious flavors of a classic hoagie sandwich in a convenient dip form that improves when marinated overnight.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Cheese
- 4 ounces Ham
- 4 ounces Pepperoni
- 4 ounces Salami
- 4 ounces Provolone cheese
Vegetables
- 1 head Iceberg lettuce
- 1 large Tomato
- 1 ounce Banana Peppers
Dressing
- ¾ cup Mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 ounce Hoagie Spread (also called Hot pepper relish or Hots)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Finely dice the ham, pepperoni, salami, and provolone cheese into small, bite-sized pieces. Cut the tomato in half and use a spoon to remove the pulp and seeds to prevent excess liquid in the dip. Then, finely dice the tomato, iceberg lettuce, and banana peppers. Combine all the diced meats, cheese, and vegetables in a large bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and hoagie spread until smooth and well combined. This creates a tangy and flavorful dressing that will coat the dip ingredients evenly.
- Toss the dip: Pour the dressing over the mixture of diced meats, cheese, and vegetables. Use a large spoon to gently fold and mix everything together until all the ingredients are thoroughly coated with the dressing.
- Chill and serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip until ready to serve. For the best flavor, allow it to marinate for up to 24 hours before serving. This enhances the flavors as they meld together. Serve chilled as a tasty party dip with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Removing the tomato pulp and seeds helps keep the dip from becoming watery.
- You can prepare the dip up to 24 hours in advance; the flavors improve as it marinates.
- Serve with crusty bread, pita chips, or sturdy crackers for dipping.
- Feel free to adjust the Italian seasoning and hoagie spread quantities according to your taste preference for spice and herbiness.
- Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
