Grinder Salad Recipe
A fresh and flavorful Grinder Salad that combines crunchy iceberg lettuce with savory Italian meats, cheeses, and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this salad captures the classic flavors of a deli grinder sandwich in a refreshing, tossed salad format.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dressing
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/8 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salad
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 1/2 cup pepperoncini
- 1/2 cup diced provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped salami
- 1/2 cup chopped deli turkey
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated and a smooth dressing forms.
- Add the salad ingredients: To the bowl with the dressing, add the sliced red onion, pepperoncini, diced tomatoes, diced provolone cheese, chopped salami, and chopped deli turkey. Stir gently to evenly coat all the ingredients with the dressing.
- Mix in the lettuce: Top the mixture with the chopped iceberg lettuce and toss the salad thoroughly until the lettuce is well coated with the dressing and all components are evenly distributed.
Notes
- For a spicier salad, increase the red pepper flakes or add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Feel free to substitute provolone with mozzarella or cheddar cheese if preferred.
- Use fresh garlic instead of minced garlic for a more pronounced flavor.
- To keep the salad crisp for longer, add the lettuce just before serving.
Keywords: Grinder Salad, Italian Salad, Deli Meat Salad, Easy Salad Recipe, No Cook Salad
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