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Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich

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A TikTok-famous Italian grinder salad sandwich with layers of deli meats, cheese, and a tangy chopped salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf Italian bread
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped pepperoncini peppers
  • 8 ounces thinly sliced Italian deli meats (such as ham, salami, capicola)
  • 4 ounces sliced provolone cheese
  • 4 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the Italian bread in half horizontally.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and pepperoncini peppers.
  5. Add the mayonnaise dressing to the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.
  6. Layer the deli meats and cheeses onto the bottom half of the Italian bread.
  7. Spoon the salad mixture evenly over the cheese.
  8. Place the top half of the bread over the salad.
  9. Wrap the sandwich tightly in aluminum foil.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sandwich is heated through.
  11. Let the sandwich rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For an extra crispy sandwich, you can toast the bread before assembling.
  • Feel free to customize the deli meats and cheeses to your preference.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

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