Description
This Grinder Salad Recipe is a delightful twist on the traditional Italian grinder sandwich, combining fresh, crunchy vegetables with savory meats and a creamy, zesty dressing. Perfect for any occasion, this salad comes together quickly in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or as a flavorful meal prep option. With its unique blend of textures and flavors, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 head romaine lettuce (shredded)
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 8 slices provolone cheese (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 pound sliced ham (chopped)
- 1/4 pound thinly sliced soppressata salami (chopped)
- 1/4 pound thinly sliced genoa salami (chopped)
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini liquid
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Crushed red pepper and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini liquid, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, crushed red pepper, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
- Chop all vegetables and meats into bite-sized pieces. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded romaine and iceberg lettuce.
- Layer the chopped ham, soppressata salami, Genoa salami, provolone cheese slices, red onion, pepperoncini peppers, and cherry tomatoes on top of the lettuce base.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately for maximum freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg