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Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich

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The Italian grinder salad sandwich is a melty, hearty sub made with Italian meats, provolone, and parmesan, broiled until golden and topped with a creamy, tangy grinder salad. It’s fresh, crunchy, and incredibly satisfying.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 sandwiches
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Broiled + Assembled
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ head iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup banana peppers, sliced
  • 1 tbsp vinegar (red wine vinegar preferred)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • Pepper, to taste
  • 3 sub rolls
  • ¼ lb salami
  • ¼ lb pepperoni
  • ¼ lb turkey (or roast beef as a variation)
  • ¼ lb provolone cheese
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth. Toss in shredded lettuce, red onion, and banana peppers until coated.
  2. Layer salami, pepperoni, and turkey onto each roll, then top with provolone cheese.
  3. Broil sandwiches for 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and meats are crisp.
  4. Add sliced tomatoes, season lightly, then pile on grinder salad.
  5. Sprinkle with parmesan, close the sandwiches, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Swap turkey with roast beef for variation.
  • Try asiago or havarti in place of provolone.
  • Use baguettes or crusty loaves if sub rolls aren’t available.
  • Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
  • Keep salad separate if storing to avoid sogginess.

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