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Italian Muffuletta sandwich

Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich – A New Orleans Favorite

The Muffuletta Sandwich is a legendary Italian-inspired New Orleans sandwich made with layers of salami, ham, mortadella, provolone, and mozzarella, topped with a briny olive salad, all stacked inside a crusty round loaf. Perfect for picnics, parties, or a make-ahead lunch!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time (Recommended) 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 60 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Olive Salad:
  • ½ cup green olives chopped
  • ½ cup black olives chopped
  • ¼ cup roasted red peppers diced
  • ¼ cup pickled banana peppers chopped (optional)
  • ¼ cup artichoke hearts chopped (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Sandwich:
  • 1 large round Italian or French loaf about 10 inches in diameter
  • ¼ pound Genoa salami thinly sliced
  • ¼ pound ham thinly sliced
  • ¼ pound mortadella thinly sliced
  • ¼ pound provolone cheese sliced
  • ¼ pound mozzarella cheese sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing

Instructions
 

  • Make the Olive Salad:
  • In a bowl, mix green and black olives, roasted red peppers, banana peppers, artichokes, capers, vinegar, olive oil, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • Stir well and let it marinate while you prepare the sandwich. (For best flavor, refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.)
  • Assemble the Sandwich:
  • Prepare the Bread:
  • Slice the Italian loaf in half horizontally.
  • Scoop out a little bread from the center of both halves to make room for the fillings.
  • Brush the cut sides with olive oil for extra moisture and flavor.
  • Layer the Meats and Cheeses:
  • On the bottom half, layer half of the olive salad evenly.
  • Add salami, ham, mortadella, provolone, and mozzarella in even layers.
  • Spread the remaining olive salad on top.
  • Close the Sandwich:
  • Place the top half of the bread back on, pressing down gently.
  • Chill and Serve:
  • Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-4 hours (this helps the flavors meld).
  • Slice into wedges and serve at room temperature.

Notes

  • Bread Choice: Traditional Muffuletta bread is ideal, but a ciabatta loaf or crusty round Italian bread works well too.
  • Make It Spicier: Add crushed red pepper flakes or spicy giardiniera to the olive salad.
  • Meal Prep Friendly: Muffuletta tastes even better the next day as the flavors soak in.
  • Serving Idea: Pair with potato chips, a side salad, or a cup of gumbo for a true New Orleans-style meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gFiber: 4g
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