Description
This Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe inspired by a TikTok viral trend. Featuring a tangy and creamy grinder salad made with shredded iceberg lettuce, banana peppers, and a flavorful mayo-based dressing, layered with classic Italian deli meats and provolone cheese, then broiled to melt the cheese and crisp the meat. Finished with fresh tomato slices and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese, this sandwich is perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Grinder Salad
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded finely
- 1/2 red onion, sliced thinly
- 1/3 cup banana peppers, sliced
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pepper, to taste
Sandwich
- 3 sub rolls
- 1/4 pound salami
- 1/4 pound pepperoni
- 1/4 pound turkey
- 1/4 pound provolone cheese
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Prepare the grinder salad: In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add vegetables: Toss the finely shredded iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced banana peppers into the dressing mixture, combining thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble the sandwiches: Split the sub rolls and evenly divide the salami, pepperoni, and turkey among them. Layer the provolone cheese on top of the meats to cover well.
- Broil the sandwiches: Place the assembled subs under the oven broiler for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the meats begin to crisp up, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Add fresh tomato slices: Remove the sandwiches from the oven and add the sliced tomatoes on top. Season the tomatoes lightly with salt and pepper to enhance their flavor.
- Top with grinder salad and parmesan: Generously spoon the prepared grinder salad over the sandwiches, then sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Serve: Close the sandwiches, cut each in half, and serve immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh iceberg lettuce and slice it finely for the best texture in the grinder salad.
- Broil the sandwiches just long enough to melt the cheese and crisp the meats without burning.
- You can substitute turkey with other deli meats like ham or roast beef if preferred.
- Add extra banana peppers or a dash of hot sauce if you like a spicier sandwich.
- For a crunchier sandwich, lightly toast the sub rolls before assembling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1400mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
