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Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich Recipe

Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich Recipe
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The Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich is a delicious and hearty deli-style sandwich featuring layers of salami, pepperoni, turkey, provolone cheese, and a tangy, flavorful grinder salad made with mayonnaise, vinegar, and fresh vegetables. Toasted under the broiler for melty cheese perfection, it’s a perfect quick and satisfying meal for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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Grinder Salad

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup banana peppers, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Sandwich Components

  • 3 sub rolls
  • 1/4 pound salami, sliced
  • 1/4 pound pepperoni, sliced
  • 1/4 pound turkey, sliced
  • 1/4 pound provolone cheese, sliced
  • 1 tomato, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Grinder Salad: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth. Add shredded iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, and banana peppers. Toss everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated and well mixed.
  2. Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice the sub rolls horizontally without cutting all the way through. Layer the bottom halves with salami, pepperoni, turkey, and provolone cheese evenly across each roll.
  3. Broil the Sandwiches: Preheat your oven’s broiler setting. Place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese melts and begins to bubble slightly. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Grinder Salad: Remove sandwiches from the oven carefully. Place tomato slices on top of the melted cheese and generously spoon the prepared grinder salad over each sandwich.
  5. Finish and Serve: Gently close the sandwiches without pressing too hard to keep fillings intact. Cut the sandwiches in half if desired and serve immediately for the best fresh taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh iceberg lettuce for the best crunch in the grinder salad.
  • Adjust the amount of banana peppers according to your preferred spice level.
  • For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes to the grinder salad mixture.
  • Sub rolls can be toasted lightly before assembling for added texture.
  • Leftover sandwiches can be refrigerated and reheated in an oven for a warm meal.

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Keywords: Italian grinder sandwich, deli sandwich, sandwich with salami and turkey, melted provolone sandwich, Italian sub with salad

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