Italian Grinder Salad
A creamy, zesty chopped salad featuring classic deli meats, provolone, and yellow peppers tossed in a tangy mayonnaise dressing.
Pin Share Print Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- 1 Chef's knife (For fine shredding)
- 1 Large mixing bowl (For tossing)
- 1 Small whisk (For dressing)
Ingredients
- 1 head iceberg lettuce - finely shredded
- ½ pound Genoa salami - diced
- ¼ pound pepperoni - sliced into strips
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes - halved
- ½ cup yellow bell peppers - chopped
- ½ cup red onion - thinly sliced
- ½ cup provolone cheese - cubed
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Wash and shred the iceberg lettuce into thin ribbons to ensure a crunchy base for the salad.
- Dice the salami, pepperoni, and provolone cheese into small, uniform bits for a balanced flavor in every bite.
- Whisk the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, oregano, and garlic powder in a small bowl until the dressing is smooth.
- Combine all the vegetables and meat in a large bowl and toss with the dressing until fully coated.
- Serve the salad immediately in chilled bowls to keep the ingredients crisp and refreshing for your family.
Notes
Shred the lettuce very thinly to mimic the texture of a traditional sub filling. Toss the salad just before serving to maintain maximum crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 280g | Calories: 350kcal (18%) | Carbohydrates: 8g (3%) | Protein: 14g (28%) | Fat: 28g (43%) | Saturated Fat: 9g (56%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 45mg (15%) | Sodium: 920mg (40%) | Potassium: 210mg (6%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 40mg (48%) | Calcium: 150mg (15%) | Iron: 1.2mg (7%)