#7 in a Bowl (Mike’s Way) — My Favorite Jersey Mike’s Salad Hack

Recreate the viral Jersey Mike’s #7 sub in a bowl with this easy, low-carb recipe—loaded with turkey, provolone, veggies, and tangy dressing. Includes an Italian deli meat option and meal prep tips!

 

Creator: Leslie Stokes

Okay, confession time: I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve hit up Jersey Mike’s this summer for their #7 in a bowl. It’s my go-to order—Mike’s Way, no oil, extra mayo, and always loaded with those tangy yellow peppers.

So naturally, I had to start making it at home. It’s honestly so easy, so satisfying, and perfect for a quick lunch or dinner when I don’t feel like cooking. Even better? I’ve been meal prepping them in big jars at the beginning of the week so I can just shake, pour, and eat. Mom win.

You can make the classic turkey version or go full Italian deli with ham, pepperoni, and salami for that full sub shop flavor—minus the bread and extra calories.

If you’re doing jars for meal prep, just layer smart: veggies and pickled stuff at the bottom, meat and cheese in the middle, lettuce on top. That way, nothing gets soggy, and you get the perfect bite when you shake it all up.

This bowl hits all the marks—salty, creamy, crunchy, tangy—and it feels indulgent while still being fresh and protein-packed. It’s totally customizable too, so add your favorite toppings, or skip the meat and add chickpeas for a veggie version.

Make it once and you’ll be hooked. Just like I was… every week this summer. No judgment, right?

Tips for this Meal Prep

shredded lettuce is key for texture!

Use the brine from the yellow peppers if you do not have vinegar.

customize this with your own toppings!

#7 in a Bowl (Mike’s Way)

Recreate the viral Jersey Mike’s #7 sub in a bowl with this easy, low-carb recipe—loaded with turkey, provolone, veggies, and tangy dressing. Includes an Italian deli meat option and meal prep tips!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

For the Dressing:

  • 1.5 tbsp avocado oil mayo or mayo of choice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or juice from yellow peppers
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Italian seasoning or oregano

For the Salad

  • 1 tbsp sliced black olives
  • 1/3 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup sliced yellow peppers pepperoncini
  • 1 thin slice provolone cheese cut into chunks
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce

Turkey Version:

  • 3 oz sliced turkey breast chopped

Alternate Italian Deli Version:

  • Sub turkey with 1 oz each of ham salami, and pepperoni
  • Optional: Add extra peppers or swap in banana peppers

Let's Make It
 

  • Combine dressing ingredients in a large jar and stir.
  • Layer the salad in a jar in this order: olives, tomatoes, onion, yellow peppers at the bottom, then cheese, meat, and lettuce.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Shake and eat from the jar or pour into a bowl!
Keyword Jersey Mike’s #7 copycat, sub in a bowl, low carb deli salad, no bread deli lunch, meal prep lunch bowls, Italian sub salad, healthy sandwich bowl, meal prep turkey salad, ham salami pepperoni salad

Nutrition Facts

Turkey Version:

Calories: ~290

Protein: 25g

Fat: 21g

Carbs: 5g

Fiber: 1g

Sugar: 2g

 

Italian Deli Version:

Calories: ~340

Protein: 22g

Fat: 27g

Carbs: 4g

Fiber: 1g

Sugar: 1.5g

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