Name: Grinder Salad Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 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 sopprasetta 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

Description

This Grinder Salad Recipe is a refreshing twist on the classic Italian grinder sandwich, combining crunchy lettuce, savory deli meats, and a creamy dressing. Perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch, this low-carb salad is packed with flavor and nutrition. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal dish for busy days or last-minute gatherings. Customize it to your taste by swapping in your favorite veggies or meats, and enjoy this delicious salad any time of year!

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 sopprasetta 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

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini liquid, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, kosher salt, crushed red pepper, and cracked black pepper.
Chop all vegetables and deli meats as specified.
In a large mixing bowl, layer shredded romaine and iceberg lettuce as the base. Add chopped ham, soppressata salami, genoa salami, provolone cheese slices, sliced red onion, pepperoncini peppers, and halved cherry tomatoes.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well coated.
Serve immediately or store in mason jars for easy meal prep.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 70mg