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Low Carb Italian Sub Wrap - Big Deli Flavor Without the Bread

Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings

Ingredients

  • Low carb wrap or lettuce base: 1 large low carb tortilla or 4–6 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves
  • Deli meats: 3–4 slices Genoa salami, 3–4 slices pepperoni, 2–3 slices deli turkey or ham
  • Cheese: 2 slices provolone (or 1/3 cup shredded provolone or mozzarella)
  • Veggies: 1/2 cup shredded lettuce, 3–4 tomato slices (or 6 halved cherry tomatoes), 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced, 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini or banana peppers, 4–6 cucumber slices (optional)
  • Olives: 2 tablespoons sliced black olives or Kalamata (optional)
  • Italian-style dressing: 1–2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar, pinch dried oregano, pinch garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste
  • Extras: 1 teaspoon Dijon or yellow mustard (optional), 1–2 teaspoons mayonnaise (optional), a few fresh basil leaves (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the base: If using a low carb tortilla, warm it for 10–15 seconds so it’s flexible. If using lettuce, overlap the leaves to form a large, sturdy sheet with a double layer in the center.
  • Mix the quick dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust. You want bright, tangy, and a little herby.
  • Spread condiments: If using mayo or mustard, spread a thin layer over the tortilla or the center of the lettuce. This helps flavor and hold everything together.
  • Layer the meats and cheese: Add provolone first, then salami, pepperoni, and turkey or ham. Keep the stack in the middle, leaving space at the edges for rolling.
  • Add the crunch and zing: Top with shredded lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, olives, and cucumber if using. Don’t overload—too much filling makes rolling tricky.
  • Dress it up: Drizzle the dressing over the veggies. A light hand is best. Too much dressing will make the wrap soggy and hard to hold.
  • Roll it tight: Fold the sides inward, then roll from the bottom up, keeping tension so it’s snug. If using lettuce, you can use a piece of parchment to help roll and compress.
  • Slice and serve: Cut in half on a diagonal for that deli-style look. Eat right away for maximum crunch, or wrap tightly for later.