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Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich

Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich: A Flavorful Delight

A must-try Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich packed with rich flavors from cured meats and zesty olive salad.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 round Italian Bread (9-10 inches) Substitute with sturdy round French bread if unavailable.
For the Olive Salad
  • 1 cup Green and Black Olives (chopped) Can substitute with other pickled vegetables.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Omit if necessary.
  • 2 cloves Garlic (chopped) Can use garlic powder as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley (chopped) Swap for basil or omit if preferred.
  • 1 stalk Celery (chopped) Substitute with bell peppers if you like.
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil A mild-flavored vegetable oil can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on taste preference.
For the Meat Layers
  • 4 slices Mortadella Can substitute with prosciutto.
  • 4 slices Capicola Feel free to use spiced ham.
  • 4 slices Genoa Salami Any salami or hard sausage can be used as a substitute.
For the Cheese
  • 4 slices Provolone Cheese Any melting cheese can substitute.
  • 4 slices Mozzarella Cheese Any melting cheese can substitute.

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Serrated Knife
  • Medium Bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Heavy object
  • Aluminum foil
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped green and black olives, capers, chopped garlic, parsley, and celery. Drizzle in the olive oil and red wine vinegar, then sprinkle with oregano, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate overnight.
  2. Slice the round Italian bread in half horizontally, gently scoop out some soft bread from the interior if preferred.
  3. Spoon half of the prepared olive salad on the bottom half of the bread. Layer with mortadella, capicola, and Genoa salami, followed by slices of provolone and mozzarella cheese.
  4. Spoon the remaining olive salad over the cheese layer and place the top half of the bread on top. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  5. Weigh down the wrapped sandwich with a heavy object and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or overnight.
  6. For a warm sandwich, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), wrap sandwich in foil, and heat for about 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Layer meats and cheeses evenly to prevent a top-heavy sandwich. Avoid overly crusty breads for a better eating experience. Let it rest overnight for maximum flavor.

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