Italian Grinder Salad Sandwich
A vibrant, homey sandwich featuring a crisp, herb-scented salad filling nestled in a soft Italian roll, perfect for weeknights and picnics.
Ingredients
For the Sandwich
- 4 pieces Italian sandwich rolls Soft inside, slightly crusty outside
- 4 cups Lettuce Romaine or mixed greens work well
- 2 cups Tomatoes Vine-ripe or heirloom for best flavor
- 1 medium Red onion Thinly sliced
- 1 cup Olives Kalamata or manzanilla, pitted and sliced
- ½ cup Pepperoncini Sliced
- 8 ounces Halal salami Beef or turkey; look for halal-certified deli varieties
- 4 ounces Provolone cheese Sliced
For the Dressing
- ¼ cup Olive oil Extra virgin for flavor
- 2 tablespoons Red grape vinegar A bright non-alcoholic vinegar substitute
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Dried oregano/basil blend
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper Freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the Italian sandwich rolls in half.
- In a bowl, combine lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, olives, pepperoncini, halal salami, and provolone cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil and red grape vinegar over the salad mixture, then season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well to combine.
- Fill each sandwich roll with the salad mixture.
- Close the sandwich and enjoy cold or at room temperature.
Optional Heating
- If you like a warm, melty variation, place assembled sandwiches under a sandwich press or in a warm oven for 4–6 minutes.
Notes
Be sure deli meats are clearly labeled halal-certified. Adjust the salad mix based on available seasonal produce. Store leftovers in airtight containers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 20gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 900mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
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