Italian Grinder Salad Recipe
This Italian Grinder Salad is loaded with all the sandwich favorites. Deli meat, vegetables, banana peppers, and a creamy dressing combine to create a delicious fresh chopped salad.
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients
For the Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
For the Salad
- 3 cups shredded iceburg lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half, about 6 ounces
- ½ cup diced red onion
- ¼ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 2 ounces deli sliced turkey, chopped
- 2 ounces deli sliced ham, chopped
- 2 ounces deli sliced salami, chopped
- 2 ounces sliced provolone cheese, diced
- 2 ounces sliced muenster cheese, diced
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
- In a large serving bowl, combine salad ingredients. Toss gently with dressing when ready to serve.
Notes
- Assemble salad no more than two hours before serving, for best flavor.
- If desired, swap out half the salami for prosciutto for a more authentic flavor.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and eat within 24 hours for best flavor. I assemble the salad as I serve portions to keep everything fresh and crisp.
- Grab a package of hoagie rolls and serve this salad on bread if desired.
