Description
Mediterranean-inspired Italian grinder salad combines zesty deli meats with crisp greens and tangy dressing. Fresh ingredients and bold flavors make this dish perfect for quick lunches or casual gatherings you’ll devour.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
- 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes
- 0.25 pound salami, chopped
- 0.25 pound pepperoni, chopped
- 0.25 pound turkey, chopped
- 0.25 pound provolone cheese, chopped
- 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.33 cup chopped banana peppers
- 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese (0.25 cup or 4 tbsps)
Instructions
- Prep Salad Base: Combine iceberg lettuce, red onion, banana peppers, grape tomatoes, salami, pepperoni, turkey, provolone, and parmesan in a large mixing bowl, ensuring even ingredient distribution.
- Create Dressing: Whisk mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, banana pepper juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth and well-blended.
- Dress and Serve: Pour dressing over salad ingredients, gently tossing to coat evenly, allowing flavors to meld and develop. Serve immediately to preserve crisp textures and vibrant taste profile.
Notes
- Prep Like a Pro: Slice all ingredients uniformly for consistent flavor and texture in every bite.
- Dressing Dynamics: Whisking dressing ingredients vigorously creates a smooth, well-integrated sauce that clings perfectly to salad components.
- Chill Factor: Let salad rest for 10 minutes after dressing to allow flavors to marry and intensify, creating a more complex taste profile.
- Storage Strategy: Consume immediately for maximum crispness; if storing, keep dressing separate and add just before serving to prevent soggy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1700 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg