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Crunchy Italian Grinder Salad

A refreshing and bold salad that brings all the classic flavors of a deli sandwich right to your dinner table.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 14, 2026
Crunchy Italian Grinder Salad
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
0 minutes
Total
15 minutes
Serves
4

This salad is a personal favorite because it gives you that satisfying crunch and zesty flavor of a classic Italian grinder without the bread. It is perfect for a quick lunch or as a side dish for your family dinner.

My top tip for this one is to slice your lettuce and peppers nice and thin. This helps the creamy dressing coat every single bite so you get the full flavor experience in every forkful.

Ingredients

  • 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup diced deli salami
  • 1/2 cup diced deli ham
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
  • 1/2 cup diced provolone cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until smooth.

  2. 2

    Place the shredded lettuce into a large serving bowl.

  3. 3

    Add the salami, ham, pepperoncini, provolone cheese, and red onion to the bowl.

  4. 4

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.

  5. 5

    Season with a little salt and pepper before serving.

💡 Tips

This salad tastes best when served right away so the lettuce stays crisp. If you have leftovers, store the dressing separately from the greens to keep everything fresh for up to two days.

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