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Grinder Salad Sandwich

Course Main Course
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 5

Ingredients

**Garlic & Herb Butter:**

  • 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
  • 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon grated parmesan
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

**Grinder Salad:**

  • 1 small head of iceberg lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped pepperoncinis
  • 1/2 large red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup mayo
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar red, distilled, or apple cider
  • 3 tablespoons grated parmesan
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt more to taste

**Other:**

  • Bread of choice dutch crunch, hoagie roll
  • Deli meats of choice turkey, pastrami, salami, etc.
  • Sliced tomatoes
  • Avocado
  • Cheese of choice

Instructions

**1. Make the Garlic and Herb Butter:**

  • Mix melted butter, parsley, garlic, parmesan, black pepper, and oregano in a small bowl. Set aside.

**2. Prepare the Grinder Salad:**

  • Soak sliced red onion in water and ice for at least 20 minutes to reduce bitterness. Drain.
  • Make dressing by combining mayo, vinegar, garlic, parsley, mustard, parmesan, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning until smooth. Toss lettuce, red onion, pepperoncinis, and dressing in a large bowl. Taste and adjust seasoning.

**3. Prepare the Sandwich:**

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Brush garlic butter on bread tops. Place cheese on bread bottoms on a baking tray, and bake for 6 to 8 minutes until bread is toasted and cheese is melted.
  • Assemble sandwiches with deli meats, tomatoes, avocado (if using), and plenty of grinder salad. Top with bread, press down, and cut in half to enjoy!