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Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich Recipe

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A classic Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich featuring layers of salami, pepperoni, turkey, and provolone cheese topped with a flavorful grinder salad made of mayonnaise, lettuce, onions, and banana peppers, finished with fresh tomato slices and broiled to melt the cheese perfectly.

Ingredients

Grinder Salad

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce (shredded)
  • 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/3 cup banana peppers (sliced)
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Sandwich

  • 3 sub rolls
  • 1/4 pound salami
  • 1/4 pound pepperoni
  • 1/4 pound turkey
  • 1/4 pound provolone cheese
  • 1 tomato (sliced)

Instructions

  1. Prepare grinder salad: In a large bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed. Add shredded iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, and sliced banana peppers. Toss gently until the salad is evenly coated.
  2. Assemble sandwiches: Slice the sub rolls horizontally without cutting all the way through. Layer the salami, pepperoni, turkey, and provolone cheese evenly inside each roll.
  3. Broil sandwiches: Place assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet. Preheat the oven broiler. Broil the sandwiches for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese melts and becomes slightly bubbly. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  4. Add tomato and grinder salad: Remove sandwiches from the oven. Place slices of fresh tomato on top of the melted cheese inside each sandwich. Generously spoon the prepared grinder salad over the tomato slices.
  5. Serve: Close the sandwiches gently and press slightly. Cut each sandwich in half if desired. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use sub rolls that are fresh and sturdy enough to hold the fillings without becoming soggy.
  • Adjust seasoning in the grinder salad to taste, adding more garlic powder or vinegar if desired for extra flavor.
  • You can substitute turkey with ham or roast beef for variety.
  • If you prefer, toast the sub rolls lightly before assembling to add crunch.
  • For a spicier version, add sliced jalapeños to the grinder salad.

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