Description
Indulge in the irresistible Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich, a TikTok viral sensation that combines savory Italian meats, creamy cheeses, and a zesty salad—all packed into a delightful sub roll. This sandwich is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re serving it at a gathering or enjoying it as a satisfying lunch.
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ⅓ cup banana peppers (sliced)
- 3 sub rolls
- ¼ pound salami
- ¼ pound pepperoni
- ¼ pound turkey
- ¼ pound provolone cheese
- 1 tomato (sliced)
Instructions
1. Prepare the grinder salad by mixing mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
2. Stir in shredded lettuce, onions, and banana peppers until well combined.
3. Assemble sandwiches by layering salami, pepperoni, turkey, and provolone cheese in each sub roll.
4. Preheat the oven’s broiler and broil sandwiches on a baking sheet for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.
5. Remove from the oven and add tomato slices on top of each sandwich.
6. Spoon grinder salad generously over each one.
7. Close sandwiches gently, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
Use full-fat mayonnaise for the best creamy texture.
Ask the deli to slice your meats thin for easier layering.
Add extra red wine vinegar for more tanginess.
Keep the grinder salad chilled until assembling to maintain crunch.
Serve immediately for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg