The Best Grinder Salad
By Alyssa Rivers
4.86 from 7 votes
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It’s like your favorite deli sub ditched the bread and got a glow-up. Think layers of crispy lettuce, your favorite meats, and a creamy dressing all in this yummy Grinder Salad form!
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A Reader’s Review
So easy and delicious!!! This is going to be my lunch for the next week and I will add the dressing just before eating it.
– Diana
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This Salad Has No Business Being This Good!
Low-Carb: All the flavors of your favorite grinder sandwich without the bread. It’s keto-friendly magic!
That Dressing, Though! My creamy, garlicky, tangy dressing is next-level! You’ll want to put it on everything.
Incredible Flavor: This grinder salad doesn’t just taste good—it slaps. With a combo of all of my favorite meats, I know you’ll love it too!
Grinder Salad Ingredients
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Add More Veggies: Try bell peppers, cucumbers, or kalamata olives to the mix!
Lettuce Swap: Try using shredded cabbage instead of Brussels sprouts or chopped romaine lettuce instead of iceberg.
Crunch Factor: Toss in croutons for a satisfying crunch and that classic “sub” vibe.
Mix Up the Deli Meats: I’ve also tried using pepperoni, prosciutto, turkey, or roast beef, and it’s just as delicious!
Add Avocado: Adding in avocados will bring a cool, creamy texture to the grinder salad.
Overhead shot of labeled dressing ingredients.
Lighter Dressing Option: If you’d like to use a lighter dressing that doesn’t use mayo, try my homemade Italian dressing instead of making this creamy one!
How to Make Grinder Salad
Don’t wait another minute – get your hands on those ingredients and treat yourself to an Italian grinder salad experience like no other! I guarantee you’ll be hooked from the first bite!
