Description
A flavorful and hearty Italian Grinder Salad featuring a vibrant mix of iceberg lettuce, cured meats, cheeses, and a tangy homemade dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad combines classic deli ingredients with a zesty dressing made from mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, and banana pepper juice.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 1 head iceberg lettuce, finely chopped
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup chopped banana peppers
- 1 cup chopped grape tomatoes
- 1/4 lb salami, chopped
- 1/4 lb pepperoni, chopped
- 1/4 lb turkey, chopped
- 1/4 lb provolone cheese, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp banana pepper juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Add the Ingredients: Combine the iceberg lettuce, red onion, banana peppers, grape tomatoes, salami, pepperoni, turkey, provolone cheese, and parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. Make sure all ingredients are evenly chopped for the best texture and flavor distribution.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, banana pepper juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until the dressing is smooth and well combined. The dressing should have a creamy texture with a tangy and slightly spicy flavor from the banana pepper juice.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is coated evenly with the dressing, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Transfer the tossed salad to serving plates or a large platter. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, crisp textures and bold Italian flavors.
Notes
- Use freshly chopped iceberg lettuce for the best crunch.
- Adjust the amount of banana pepper juice based on your preferred spice level.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- If you prefer a lighter dressing, substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Make sure to chop meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces for easier eating.
