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TikTok Italian Grinder Salad

A vibrant and delicious salad filled with greens, Italian meats, and cheeses, dressed in a zesty homemade dressing.

Ingredients

  • Crisp Lettuce (romaine, iceberg, or mixed greens)
  • Italian Meats (salami, ham, pepperoni, turkey, or chicken)
  • Provolone Cheese
  • Mozzarella Cheese
  • Grinder Dressing (½ cup olive oil, ¼ cup vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, Italian herbs)
  • Optional Toppings (chopped tomatoes, black olives, pickled peppers)

Instructions

  1. Wash the Lettuce: Rinse your greens under cold water and dry well.
  2. Chop the Lettuce: Toss the dried lettuce into a large salad bowl and give it a rough chop.
  3. Slice and Add Italian Meats: Cut the salami and ham into bite-sized pieces and layer over the lettuce.
  4. Toss in the Cheeses: Tear provolone and sprinkle over the meats; slice or tear mozzarella into smaller pieces.
  5. Make the Grinder Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, vinegar, minced garlic, and Italian herbs in a small bowl.
  6. Pour the Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently stir to combine.
  7. Finish with Optional Toppings: Sprinkle on chopped tomatoes, black olives, and pickled peppers.

Notes

Keep the dressing separate until serving to avoid soggy ingredients. Feel free to experiment with additional toppings or variations.

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