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Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich

Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich: Fresh, Flavorful, and Fun

This Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich is a quick, customizable delight perfect for busy weeknights, combining fresh ingredients with a flavorful dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Dressing
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon oregano or Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Salad
  • 3 cups shredded lettuce or spinach or arugula
  • 1/2 cup sliced red onion or green onions
  • 1/4 cup banana peppers or pickled jalapeños
For the Meat & Cheese
  • 4 oz salami
  • 4 oz pepperoni
  • 4 oz turkey or grilled veggies for a vegetarian version
  • 4 oz provolone cheese or mozzarella or cheddar
  • 1 medium tomato sliced
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese omit for dairy-free
For the Bread
  • 4 pieces sub rolls or whole grain or gluten-free rolls

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Prepare the Grinder Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  2. Fold in the shredded lettuce, sliced red onion, and banana peppers until evenly coated in the dressing.
Assemble the Sandwiches
  1. Slice the sub rolls open and lay them flat.
  2. Layer the meats (salami, pepperoni, turkey) generously among the rolls.
  3. Top with provolone cheese, covering the meat thoroughly.
Broil the Sandwiches
  1. Preheat the oven broiler to high.
  2. Arrange the sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and edges turn golden.
Final Assembly
  1. Remove the sandwiches from the oven and layer fresh tomato slices on top.
  2. Spoon the grinder salad over the tomatoes, then close the rolls and slice in half.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize ingredients to your liking and use fresh components for maximum flavor. Prepare grinder salad in advance for quick assembly later.

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