Irresistible Italian Muffuletta Sandwich for Flavor Lovers
This Italian Muffuletta Sandwich features layers of delicious meats with a tangy olive salad, perfect for flavor lovers.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Spatula
- Plastic wrap
Ingredients
For the Sandwich
- 1 loaf Muffuletta bread round loaf that's soft on the inside and crusty on the outside
- 8 oz Mortadella feel free to use turkey for a lighter version
- 4 oz Salami brings a robust, slightly spicy kick
- 4 oz Ham adds a savory element
- 4 oz Provolone cheese melts beautifully
For the Olive Salad
- 1 cup Green olives or kalamata olives for a different twist
- 1 cup Black olives choose pitted ones for convenience
- 1 ½ cup adds sweetness
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano aromatic herbal note
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper opt for freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar brings acidity to the salad
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Slice the round loaf of Muffuletta bread in half horizontally.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped green olives, black olives, roasted red peppers, dried oregano, black pepper, and red wine vinegar.
- Layer the mortadella, salami, ham, and provolone cheese evenly on the bottom half of the sliced Muffuletta bread.
- Spread the olive salad evenly over the meats and cheese on the bottom half of the sandwich.
- Carefully place the top half of the Muffuletta bread over the olive salad.
- Wrap the assembled sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Once chilled, cut the sandwich into wedges or halves, and serve.
Notes
Always use fresh olives and deli meats for the best flavor. Preparing the olive salad a day before enriches the flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg
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