Description
The Italian Grinder Salad is a vivid masterpiece, each ingredient bringing its own unique texture and flavor to create a mosaic of tastes. This dish is a testament to the joy of eating with your eyes as well as your palate. The crisp, refreshing base of finely chopped iceberg lettuce provides the perfect backdrop for the rich colors of red onion, banana peppers, and grape tomatoes. The addition of savory chopped meats and creamy cheeses transforms this salad from a simple side dish to a hearty, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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
Instructions
Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix iceberg lettuce, red onion, banana peppers, grape tomatoes, salami, pepperoni, turkey, provolone cheese, and parmesan cheese thoroughly.
Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, banana pepper juice, garlic powder, oregano, and salt until smooth. Adjust with black pepper to taste.
Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture, tossing well to ensure every ingredient is beautifully coated and flavors meld perfectly.
Serve and Enjoy: Once dressed, serve the salad immediately, savoring the burst of flavors and the delightful interplay of textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes