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Italian Grinder Salad

Italian Grinder Salad: Creamy, Crunchy, and Totally Customizable

This Italian Grinder Salad is a creamy and customizable take on the classic sub, filled with fresh ingredients and robust flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Iceberg Lettuce Can substitute with romaine or mixed greens.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Any seasonal tomatoes can be used.
  • 0.25 cups Red Onion Soak in water for a milder flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Banana Peppers/Peperoncini Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1 cup Deli Meat (e.g., Salami, Turkey) Substitutes include ham or roast beef.
  • 0.5 cups Cheese (e.g., Parmesan, Smoked Cheddar, Mozzarella Pearls) Mix and match according to preference.
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cups Mayonnaise Yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as an alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoons Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoons Oregano

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, and a pinch of salt. Stir in ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of oregano until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  2. Chop 4 cups of iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the dressing. Halve a cup of cherry tomatoes and finely slice ¼ of a red onion, then toss them gently into the bowl.
  3. Incorporate 1 cup of your choice of deli meat, sliced into strips, and ½ cup of your favorite cheese. Mix everything together carefully.
  4. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add a bit more salt or red pepper flakes for that perfect kick.
  5. Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.

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