The Keto Publix Sub in a tub is a keto dish to have for dinner or lunch. This bowl contains deli meats like salami, ham, & turkey along with cheese, lettuce, tomato, banana pepper, and onions to make a flavorful and satisfying dish. This sub is then topped with creamy dressing, which is prepared with a combination of mayonnaise, olive oil, & mustard. The quality of this dish doesn’t require the cooking time, so it gets prepared very quickly in only ten minutes. This Keto Publix Sub in a tub contains lots of healthy proteins and fat, so it keeps us full till the next meal, and it is also keto-friendly.
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STATS:
- Caloric count: 420 kcal
- Time for preparation: 10 mints.
- Cooking mode: No-cook
- Portion size: 1 bowl
- Time for cooking: None
- Cuisine: American
- Overall time: Ten minutes
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Course: Lunch & Dinner
- Diet: Keto, Low-carb
- Serving: 1
EQUIPMENT:
- Salad bowl
- Knife
- Chopping board
- Spoon
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ cup iceberg lettuce
- 2 deli turkey breasts
- 2 deli ham
- 2 Genoa salami
- 1 provolone cheese
- 1 tbsp. banana peppers
- 2 tomato slices
- 2 tbsp. red onion
- 1 tbsp. mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. yellow mustard
- 1 tsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ICEBERG LETTUCE:
- It is included to add the crunchy taste, and it also gives a similar texture to bread.
DELI MEATS:
- We use thin slices of deli meats like ham, salami, and turkey, which should be free from nitrates.
PROVOLONE CHEESE:
- It is added to include the creamy and sharp cheese flavor, or add some Swiss or cheddar cheese.
BANANA PEPPERS:
- It is added to add the tangy taste, and it also helps to boost the deli-style taste.
TOMATO SLICES:
- Tomato slices are added to include the moisture and freshness without the carbs.
RED ONIONS:
- It is added to add the sharp onion flavor and used in a small quantity without the additional carbs.
MAYONNAISE:
- We choose keto mayonnaise without the extra sugar to limit the carbs.
MUSTARD:
- We have to use sugar-free mustard to include the bold flavor in the dish.
OLIVE OIL:
- It is included in the dish to include healthy fats.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Grab a moderate-sized vessel and put the shredded lettuce layer to make the base.
- Take a knife and slice turkey, ham, and salami, and sprinkle them over the lettuce layer.
- Make provolone cheese strips and add them over the deli meat layer.
- Then we can add the layer of banana pepper, red onions, and tomato slices over the cheese.
- Take an individual bowl and stir olive oil, mayonnaise, and mustard, and drizzle over the layers and mix to coat properly.
- Sprinkle salt & pepper and serve your Keto Publix Sub in a tub.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- We can have this sub in a tub along with pickles for the tangy flavor.
- Keto cheese crisp also greatly pairs with this dish.
- Include some boiled eggs for the extra protein.
- We drizzle keto balsamic vinegar for the extra taste.
- Serve this dish in lettuce cups for handheld bites.
- We can include avocado slices in it for additional creamy content.
TIPS:
- Different types of deli meat are used for different flavors.
- We have to use fresh deli slices without preservatives for the nice taste.
- Prepare the dressing for meal planning and utilize the whole week.
- We can sprinkle some pepper flakes in the dish for additional spice.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- It is good to consume the fresh dish, but store it for two days.
FREEZER:
- It is not good to store this dish as the texture of the meat and vegetables will get loose.
FAQs:
Can I use another variety of cheese to make this dish?
- We can make this dish with different cheese varieties like mozzarella cheese, Swiss, or cheddar, or a combination of cheese, and it should be full-fat.
Are banana peppers keto?
- Banana pepper is keto in moderation; low in carbs, and also adds flavor without the carbs.
How to prepare this dish vegetarian?
- We can swap the deli meat for grilled tofu or tempeh to prepare the vegetarian dish.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Number of calories: 420 kcal
Serving: 1
Net carbs: 4g
Sodium: 1050mg
Overall carbs: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Serving size: 1 bowl
Potassium: 320mg