Who says salads have to be boring? Our Keto Chopped Italian Grinder Salad is bursting with flavors that will make your taste buds dance! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a potluck, this salad combines the classic Italian grinder sandwich flavors without the carbs. Packed with fresh veggies, savory meats, and a zesty dressing, it’s a delicious way to stay on your keto journey.
Keto Chopped Italian Grinder Salad
This salad is a fresh take on the traditional Italian grinder sandwich. It’s loaded with hearty ingredients that keep you full and satisfied while sticking to your keto diet.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions
- 1 cup diced cucumbers
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup pepperoncini peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup provolone cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup salami, chopped
- 1/2 cup pepperoni, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, black olives, and pepperoncini peppers.
- Add the cubed provolone cheese, chopped salami, and chopped pepperoni to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Breakdown of Ingredients and Average Carb Content
- Romaine lettuce: 4 cups (2g net carbs)
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup (4g net carbs)
- Red onions: 1/2 cup (6g net carbs)
- Cucumbers: 1 cup (3g net carbs)
- Black olives: 1/2 cup (2g net carbs)
- Pepperoncini peppers: 1/4 cup (1g net carbs)
- Provolone cheese: 1/2 cup (1g net carbs)
- Salami: 1/2 cup (1g net carbs)
- Pepperoni: 1/2 cup (1g net carbs)
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup (0g net carbs)
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons (0g net carbs)
- Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon (0g net carbs)
- Salt and pepper: to taste (0g net carbs)
Total estimated net carbs per serving: Approximately 4-5g
Flavor-Packed Italian Delight
This Keto Chopped Italian Grinder Salad is not only low in carbs but also high in flavor, making it a perfect addition to your keto meal plan. Enjoy the taste of Italy without the guilt and stay on track with your health goals!
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