Just like the viral videos, these keto TikTok grinder sandwiches are super-tasty and are ready in just 15 minutes.
What Is A Grinder Sandwich
A grinder sandwich goes by different names, but one of the most popular ones is a submarine – or sub – sandwich. Other names for it include hoagie or a spuckie.
A grinder sandwich is popular in New England. It’s usually filled with lettuce, tomatoes, a variety of deli meats and sliced cheese.
This keto-friendly grinder sandwich has 6 grams net carbs. There are a few ways to cut those carb counts down even more, keep reading.
Shopping List
Before you make a low-carb grinder sandwich, this is what you’ll need from the store. All of the exact ingredient amounts are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Keto bread
- Provolone cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Deli pepperoni
- Deli salami
- Deli ham
- Shredded lettuce
- Mayonnaise
- Minced garlic
- Red wine vinegar
- Italian seasoning
- Chopped pepperoncini peppers
- Finely chopped red onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter
Ingredient Substitutions
If you make any changes to this recipe, let me know in the comments. Here are some of the easiest ingredient swaps (or additions) you can make.
- Keto Bread – instead of bread, use large leaves of lettuce
- Lunchmeat – Use your favorite kinds of deli meat, just make sure it doesn’t have honey or sugar
- Red Wine Vinegar – White wine vinegar will also work perfectly
- Cheese: Any flavor of sliced cheese will taste delicious on the sandwich
Best Keto Bread
Always look at the ingredients label before you buy bread that is labeled as “keto-friendly.” Many companies use unhealthy ingredients as a way to increase the fiber also that the net carbs are lower.
My favorite kind of low-carb bread is from Great Low Carb. Each slice has 1 gram net carbs. It’s made with wheat protein isolate, so it tastes just like regular bread.
If you need a gluten-free option, try Cauliflower sandwich rounds. They are made with just cauliflower, eggs, parmesan cheese, and nutritional yeast.
Lunch Sides
This tasty grinder sandwich is one of the best lunches you’ll ever make! It’s super filing on its own, so you don’t need to add much to the table to make a full meal.
If you want to eat something with it, I suggest making some Keto Egg Salad. It’s low-carb and high-protein.
Want something sweet? Keto Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries will hit the spot! They are full of healthy fats and nutrients.
Or for something savory, Keto Loaded Cauliflower Rice Balls and Keto Bacon and Cheese Biscuits will taste delicious with the sandwich.
Storage
This sandwich tastes best when you make it fresh. Since it’s basically a cold-cut grinder, there isn’t a reason to save the leftovers.
If you want to save yourself prep time, pre-slice the onion, mix the dressing ingredients, and place all the meat and cheese together in one container.
Making It
Here’s the list of ingredients and some step-by-step pictures of the process that you’ll follow to make this filling and delicious keto grinder sandwich recipe. The exact measurements and instructions are located in the printable recipe card just a little bit further below.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 4
Net Carbs: 6 net carbs per serving
Directions
In a bowl, combine the lettuce, mayonnaise, garlic, vinegar, Italian seasoning, peppers, onion and salt and pepper to taste.
Stir to combine well.
Place a piece of bread on a flat surface. Add a slice of provolone and a slice of mozzarella to the bread.
Layer four slices of pepperoni, four slices of salami and 2 slices of ham on the cheese.
Place a ¼ of the lettuce mixture on top of the meat. Top with another piece of bread. Repeat steps 2-6 to create 3 more sandwiches.
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sandwiches to the skillet, and toast them until crispy on both sides.
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TikTok Keto Grinder Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 8 slices Keto Bread
- 4 slices Provolone Cheese
- 4 slices Mozzarella Cheese
- 16 slices Deli Pepperoni
- 16 slices Deli Salami
- 8 slices Deli Ham
- 2 cups Shredded Lettuce
- 1/3 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Minced Garlic
- 1 tbsp Red Wine Vinegar
- 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 2 tbsp Chopped Pepperoncini Peppers
- 2 tbsp Finely Chopped Red Onion
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Butter
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the lettuce, mayonnaise, garlic, vinegar, Italian seasoning, peppers, onion and salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine well.
- Place a piece of bread on a flat surface.
- Add a slice of provolone and a slice of mozzarella to the bread.
- Layer four slices of pepperoni, four slices of salami and 2 slices of ham on the cheese.
- Place a ¼ of the lettuce mixture on top of the meat.
- Top with another piece of bread.
- Repeat steps 2-6 to create 3 more sandwiches.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sandwiches to the skillet, and toast them until crispy on both sides.
Notes
More Keto Lunch Ideas
If you enjoyed this low-carb grinder sandwich recipe, here are some more tasty lunch ideas you should make next. They are tasty fresh and saved for your meal prep.
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