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A toasted Italian grinder sandwich piled high with a creamy shredded lettuce salad and melted cheese.
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Grinder Salad Sandwich (Viral TikTok Sandwich)

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 850kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large hoagie or sub rolls
  • 1/4 lb sliced provolone cheese
  • 1/4 lb sliced Genoa salami
  • 1/4 lb sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 lb sliced deli turkey or ham
  • 1/2 head iceberg lettuce, finely shredded
  • 1/4 red onion , thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup mayonnais e
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
  • 1 clove garlic , minced
  • 1 beefsteak tomato , thinly sliced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven broiler on high setting.
  • Slice the hoagie rolls lengthwise, ensuring the halves remain attached at the back hinge to hold the fillings.
  • Layer the deli turkey, salami, and pepperoni evenly on the rolls, then top the meats with the provolone cheese slices.
  • Place the open-faced rolls on a baking sheet and broil for 2 to 4 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the bread edges are toasted.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese to create the grinder dressing.
  • Add the shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced red onion, and pepperoncini peppers to the bowl and toss thoroughly until the salad is evenly coated.
  • Remove the toasted sandwiches from the oven and place the sliced tomatoes over the melted cheese, seasoning them with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Pile a generous portion of the dressed grinder salad onto the meat and cheese side of each sandwich.
  • Fold the sandwiches closed, press down firmly to compress the salad, and slice diagonally before serving immediately.