Grinder Sub Salad
This Grinder Sub Salad is the perfect dish for your summer cookouts and picnics. It’s a refreshing twist on the classic sub sandwich, packed with fresh veggies and savory meats.
This delicious sub in a tub also makes a great light lunch for when you need something quick. It’s perfect for busy days when cooking a full meal just isn’t an option.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s a light meal, and you don’t even have to turn on the oven to make it, so you don’t have to worry about heating the house.
- Plus, you only need simple ingredients so you don’t have to spend a lot of money at the grocery store.
- It has all the flavor of your favorite sub without needing to leave your house.
🛒Ingredients
You will need these simple ingredients to help you make this easy recipe. Gather these ingredients on your next trip to the grocery store so you can enjoy this easy treat.
- mayonnaise
- red wine vinegar
- pepperoncini juice
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- dried oregano
- iceberg lettuce
- cherry tomatoes
- red onion
- sliced pepperoncini peppers
- provolone cheese
- salami
- ham
- bologna
- grated parmesan
See the recipe card below for quantities.
🔪 How to Make Grinder Sub Salad
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
In a large bowl combine the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder and oregano.
Add the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, and sliced pepperoncini peppers and stir to coat.
Then add the cut cheeses, and deli meat, and mix to combine.
Garnish with freshly grated parmesan cheese and serve.
🥄 Equipment
You will need these basic kitchen tools to help you make this easy and delicious salad recipe:
- large bowl
- whisk
- knife and cutting board
🥫 Storage
Storage – Techincally, this salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. However, the lettuce will wilt and become mushy.
Serve With
This grinder sub salad is delicious when served on its own for an easy meal or snack. However, you can also pair it with a side of fresh bread like this No Knead Dutch Oven Bread or this Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread.
💭 Tips
- You can save a little effort in the kitchen by purchasing already shredded lettuce from the grocery store.
- If you don’t plan to serve this salad right away, mix the dressing in a separate bowl, and wait until you are ready to serve before you dress the salad.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
The difference is that a grinder is usually served warm or toasted, and a sub sandwich is not.
We prefer to use iceberg lettuce for a nice crunch.
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🧾Recipe Card
Want to make this recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Grinder Sub Salad
Equipment
- large bowl
- Whisk
- knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon pepperoncini juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 head iceberg lettuce
- 10 ounces cherry tomatoes
- ½ red onion
- ½ cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 8 slices salami
- 8 slices ham
- 8 slices bologna
- ⅓ cup grated parmesan
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, pepperoncini juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder and oregano.
- Chop the iceberg lettuce into small pieces and add it to the bowl and toss well with the dressing.
- Wash and cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
- Slice the red onion into thin strips, and slice the pepperoncini peppers into thin strips.
- Add them to the bowl.
- Stack the cheese slices and cut in half and then turn and slice them into thin strips.
- Repeat with the deli slices. Add all ingredients (except parm) to the bowl and toss well to coat with the dressing.
- Serve immediately. Add freshly grated parmesan to the top of the salad if desired.
