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Grinder Salad

Deliciously Fresh Grinder Salad for Healthy Meal Prep

This Grinder Salad is a colorful, low-carb twist on the classic sandwich, packed with fresh ingredients and creamy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes preferred, sliced
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced thin, can substitute with green onions
  • 1 cup Banana Peppers Sliced into rings
  • 4 oz Salami Sliced into strips
  • 4 oz Ham Sliced into strips
  • 1 cup Cheeses Provolone or mozzarella, shredded
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar Adjust based on taste
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium-sized Bowl
  • Whisk
  • sharp knife
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice the tomatoes into wedges, peel and slice the onions thin, and cut the banana peppers into rings. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Slice the salami and ham into strips of uniform thickness.
  3. In the large bowl with the vegetables, add the sliced salami, ham, and shredded cheese. Toss lightly to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and Italian seasoning. Whisk until smooth, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store dressing separately from the salad. Best enjoyed within 2 days.

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