Indulgent Italian Grinder Salad: Fresh, Crunchy, and Low-Carb!
Discover the Italian Grinder Salad, a fresh, crunchy, and low-carb twist on the classic Italian sub.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
- ½ cup thinly sliced red onion
- ½ cup chopped banana peppers
- 1 cup halved grape tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced salami
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 cup diced turkey
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons banana pepper juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add about 4 cups of chopped iceberg lettuce, ½ cup of thinly sliced red onion, and ½ cup of chopped banana peppers. Mix these ingredients together to ensure an even distribution.
- Add 1 cup of halved grape tomatoes, ½ cup of sliced salami, ½ cup of sliced pepperoni, and 1 cup of diced turkey to the bowl. Gently toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of banana pepper juice until smooth. Add ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Serve your Italian Grinder Salad immediately for the best texture and freshness.
Notes
- Dress at last minute to maintain crispness.
- Chop vegetables and meats into similar-sized pieces.
- Mix gently to avoid bruising delicate ingredients.
- Experiment with additional herbs or spices in the dressing.
- Swap out ingredients based on what you have on hand.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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