We made TikTok’s viral Grinder Sandwich (better known as the Grinder Salad Sandwich) and it definitely didn’t disappoint. Its been so long since I’ve had a grinder sandwich, I had forgotten how delicious they are. You might be asking how the viral version is any different but it’s the ‘salad’ mixture made with the shredded lettuce that takes it over the top!
There’s something about the ‘salad’ that’s stuffed into the center of the hearty sandwich that really brings out a much needed fresh and zesty texture. We promise you will not be disappointed to eat this during your next lunch break!
How to Make a Grinder Sandwich
Ingredients
Process
Salad
- In mixing bowl combine mayo, vinegar, oregano, and pepperoncinis.
- Add lettuce, red onion, and parmesan and toss together until evenly coated.
Sandwich Assembly
- Preheat oven to 350˚F. Place a slice of cheese onto each side of the bread roll and bake for 4 to 5 minutes, until the cheese just melts. Remove from oven and sprinkle each side with dried oregano.
- Top bottom half of roll with mortadella (or ham) and top half of the roll with soppressata and salami.
- Top mortadella with cherry peppers, if using.
- Top cherry peppers with iceberg salad, then sliced tomatoes.
- Carefully, but tightly press the sandwich roll together, slice in half and serve.
Tips and Tricks for Success
- Placing the salad in the center of the grinder sandwich will help prevent the bread roll from becoming soggy.
- Don’t slice the tomato slices too thin or it will make the sandwich too wet.
- Soak the red onions in water for about 10 minutes before tossing it into the salad mixture. This will take away some of the sharp, acidity of the red onions.
Grinder Sandwich Variations
- Use thinly sliced romaine lettuce instead of iceberg lettuce.
- Switch up the cured meats in the sandwich based on personal preference. Other meats we like to use are roasted turkey, prosciutto, Spanish chorizo, and pepperoni.
- Use other types of cheese such as havarti, mozzarella, fontina, and Swiss.
- If pepperoncinis and cherry peppers are too spicy for you, swap them out with chopped pickles, cornichons or even olives.
- If you’re not into the creamy salad mixture, replace the sauce with a couple tablespoons of our red wine vinaigrette!
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Grinder Sandwich
A simple and delicious recipe for a Grinder Sandwich, specifically a Grinder Salad Sandwich! Our sandwich is a take on the classic version, with a simple 'salad' mixture stuffed into the center, taking this sandwich to the next level of tasty!
Servings:
INGREDIENTS
salad
- 1 1/2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 thinly sliced pepperoncini
- 1 cup shredded iceberg
- 1 ounce thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan
- salt and pepper to taste
sandwich assembly
- 1 Italian roll split
- 2 slices provolone cheese cut in half
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 ounces mortadella (or ham)
- 2 ounces soppressata
- 2 ounces salami
- 1/2 thinly sliced vine ripe tomato
- 3 chopped pickled cherry peppers optional
INSTRUCTIONS
salad
- Ia mixing bowl combine mayo, vinegar, oregano, and pepperocinis.
- Add lettuce, red onion, and parmesan and toss together until evenly coated.
sandwich assembly
- Preheat oven to 350˚F. Place a slice of cheese onto each side of the bread roll and bake for 4 to 5 minutes, until the cheese just melts. Remove from oven and sprinkle each side with dried oregano.
- Top bottom half of roll with mortadella (or ham) and top half of the roll with soppressata and salami.
- Top mortadella with cherry peppers, if using.
- Top cherry peppers with iceberg salad, then sliced tomatoes.
- Carefully, but tightly press the sandwich roll together, slice in half and serve.
NOTES
Tips and Tricks for Success
- Placing the salad in the center of the grinder sandwich will help prevent the bread roll from becoming soggy.
- Don’t slice the tomato slices too thin or it will make the sandwich too wet.
- Soak the red onions in water for about 10 minutes before tossing it into the salad mixture. This will take away some of the sharp, acidity of the red onions.
- Use thinly sliced romaine lettuce instead of iceberg lettuce.
- Switch up the cured meats in the sandwich based on personal preference. Other meats we like to use are roasted turkey, prosciutto, Spanish chorizo, and pepperoni.
- Use other types of cheese such as havarti, mozzarella, fontina, and Swiss.
- If pepperoncinis and cherry peppers are too spicy for you, swap them out with chopped pickles, cornichons or even olives.
- If you’re not into the creamy salad mixture, replace the sauce with a couple tablespoons of our red wine vinaigrette!
Calories: 1308kcal Carbohydrates: 57g Protein: 62g Fat: 91g Saturated Fat: 33g Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g Monounsaturated Fat: 35g Trans Fat: 0.04g Cholesterol: 181mg Sodium: 8954mg Potassium: 1116mg Fiber: 8g Sugar: 9g Vitamin A: 1428IU Vitamin C: 29mg Calcium: 565mg Iron: 7mg
CUISINE: Italian-american
KEYWORD: viral tiktok sandwich
COURSE: lunch
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This made an amazing sub-style sandwich. My family loved it. Will use the salad mix for sandwiches from now on instead of layering lettuce, onion, etc. Thank you!
Oh my gosh this is the best sandwich I’ve had in a while! That juicy lettuce mix is TO DIE FOR!
So good!! Definitely use mortadella and all the pepperoncini.