Description
This Grinder Salad presents a fresh and crunchy reinterpretation of the classic Italian grinder sandwich. Featuring shredded iceberg lettuce, an assortment of deli meats, provolone and Parmesan cheeses, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tangy dressing, it delivers a satisfying high-protein meal perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 4 oz sliced turkey
- 4 oz sliced ham
- 4 oz sliced salami
- 4 oz provolone cheese, sliced or chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup banana peppers, sliced
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
For the Grinder Dressing:
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, thoroughly whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, add the shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced turkey, ham, salami, provolone cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced banana peppers. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Dress the salad: Pour the prepared grinder dressing over the salad ingredients and toss well so that everything is evenly coated with the creamy tangy dressing.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the salad with additional grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley for an extra burst of flavor and color. Serve immediately to enjoy the crispness and freshness at its best.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add freshly sliced cucumbers or bell peppers to enhance texture.
- Feel free to adjust the amounts or types of turkey, ham, and salami to your taste preferences.
- For a lower-carb meal option, serve this salad without bread or croutons.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one day for best freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American, Italian-American
