Ingredients

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(Makes 12 sliders)

Sliders base:

12 mini sub rolls (or low-carb slider buns/lettuce wraps)
4 oz sliced deli ham
4 oz sliced salami
4 oz sliced pepperoni
6 slices provolone cheese, halved

Giardiniera-onion relish:

½ cup giardiniera (Italian pickled veggies), drained & chopped
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp dried oregano

Garlic butter topping:

4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (you love buttery richness!)
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Optional: ½ tsp red pepper flakes (you love subtle heat!)

Instructions

1. Prep rolls:

Slice rolls horizontally (don’t cut all the way through).

2. Layer meats & cheese:

Divide ham, salami, pepperoni, and provolone evenly among rolls.

3. Make relish:

Mix giardiniera, red onion, olive oil, vinegar, and oregano. Spoon over meat layers.

4. Add garlic butter:

Whisk melted butter, garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Brush generously over roll tops.

5. Bake:

Wrap entire tray in foil.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
Uncover; bake 5–7 minutes more until cheese is bubbly and rolls are golden.

💡 Pro Tips for Perfection:
✅ Drain giardiniera well—prevents soggy rolls.
✅ Low-sodium mastery (you love this!):
→ Use low-sodium deli meats + skip added salt
→ Boost umami with extra garlic and oregano
✅ Blood sugar friendly (you love this!):
→ Naturally low-glycemic—no added sugars!
→ Add 1 tbsp chia seeds to relish for fiber + glycemic control
✅ Low-carb/keto option (you love this!):
→ Skip rolls entirely—serve as a “deconstructed” sub bowl
→ Or use portobello caps or lettuce wraps as bases
→ Net carbs: ~3g/serving
✅ Make ahead:
→ Assemble unbaked sliders; refrigerate 4 hours
→ Bake just before serving for best texture

Storage & Serving Ideas

→ Fridge life: Best served fresh (reheat gently in oven).
→ Serving ideas:
→ With dill pickle spears
→ Alongside pasta salad or roasted veggies
→ As appetizers for parties (cut into bite-sized pieces!)

Prep Time & Nutrition (per slider):