Description
The Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich is a vibrant and satisfying sandwich combining bold Italian deli meats, creamy provolone, crisp vegetables, and zesty Italian dressing layered inside a crusty hoagie roll. Perfect for quick lunches, picnics, or gatherings, it delivers a delightful mix of fresh flavors and textures, customizable for various dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 Italian hoagie roll
Meats and Cheese
- 3–4 slices salami
- 3–4 slices mortadella
- 3–4 slices capicola
- 2–3 slices provolone cheese
Vegetables
- 1 cup fresh romaine lettuce, chopped
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup banana peppers, sliced
Dressing and Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons Italian dressing (homemade or bottled)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the Italian hoagie roll horizontally, keeping the base and top connected to securely hold the layers; lightly toast the bread for added crunch if desired.
- Layer the Meats and Cheese: Arrange an even layer of sliced salami first, followed by mortadella and capicola. Then place the provolone slices on top to create a smoky, savory, and creamy flavor base.
- Add Fresh Vegetables: Spread a crisp layer of chopped romaine lettuce, then top with thinly sliced tomatoes, red onions, and banana peppers to add texture and refreshing bites throughout the sandwich.
- Drizzle Italian Dressing: Generously drizzle the Italian dressing over the meats and vegetables to meld all flavors together, taking care to avoid oversaturating the bread.
- Season and Close: Sprinkle a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper over the layers. Carefully close the sandwich and press gently to combine all ingredients securely.
Notes
- Choose freshly baked Italian hoagie rolls for the best texture and to prevent sogginess.
- Slice meats and vegetables thinly to ensure balanced bites and flavors.
- Use a quality Italian dressing with herbs and tang for maximum flavor impact.
- Pat fresh vegetables dry before assembling to keep the sandwich crisp.
- Assemble the sandwich just before serving to maintain bread crispness and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Italian sandwich, grinder sandwich, deli meats, provolone, Italian dressing, hoagie roll, picnic sandwich, quick lunch
