Description
A flavorful Grinder Salad combining crisp iceberg lettuce, savory deli meats, provolone cheese, and tangy pepperoncini, all tossed in a creamy homemade dressing with garlic, red wine vinegar, and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for a quick, satisfying lunch or light dinner.
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 medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt, ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well mixed and creamy.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the sliced red onion, pepperoncini, diced tomatoes, diced provolone cheese, chopped salami, and chopped deli turkey into the dressing bowl. Top with the chopped iceberg lettuce.
- Toss the Salad: Gently toss all ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring an even distribution of flavors and textures.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Feel free to add or substitute meats like ham or roast beef for variety.
- Adding fresh herbs like basil or parsley can enhance the freshness of the salad.
- Serve immediately for the best texture; the lettuce may wilt if left to sit too long.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your desired spice level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
