🥗 Keto Grinder Salad
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
Salad
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3 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
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½ cup sliced pepperoncini
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½ cup cherry tomatoes (optional, in moderation)
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¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
Meats & Cheese
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3 oz salami
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3 oz pepperoni
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3 oz ham or capicola
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½–¾ cup provolone or mozzarella, cubed or shredded
Creamy Grinder Dressing
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⅓ cup mayonnaise
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2 tbsp red wine vinegar
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1 tsp Dijon mustard or a pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Add lettuce, meats, cheese, pepperoncini, tomatoes, and onion to a large bowl.
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Whisk all dressing ingredients until smooth.
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Toss salad with dressing just before serving.
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Adjust seasoning and enjoy.
Keto Tips 🌟
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Skip tomatoes or keep portions small to stay low-carb.
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Use full-fat mayo and cheese.
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Watch pepperoncini labels for added sugar.
Variations
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Chicken grinder salad: Add grilled chicken
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Oil & vinegar version: Olive oil + red wine vinegar (no mayo)
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Extra crunch: Add chopped cucumber or celery
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Spicy: Add banana peppers or chili flakes
Macros (Approx., per serving)
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Low carb (3–6g net carbs depending on add-ins)
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High fat, moderate protein
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