Make the salad.In a bowl, add the shredded lettuce, red onion, and pepperoncini. Spoon in the mayo, splash in the vinegar, add Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is coated. It should be creamy, not watery.
Toast the bread (optional).Slice the hoagie rolls open. Toast lightly if you want some crunch. Skip it if you are in a hurry.
Layer the sandwich.Add the deli meat to the bread. Stack it, don’t spread it thin. Add the cheese on top.
Add the salad.Spoon the grinder salad over the meat. Use a generous amount. Press it down gently so it stays in place.
Close and serve.Close the sandwich, cut it in half, and wrap it in foil if needed. Eat right away while it’s cold and crunchy.
