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Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich

Savory Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich Recipe to Impress

The Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich is a savory delight, mixing cured meats, creamy cheeses, and olive salad for a flavorful experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 loaf Round Italian Bread (9-10 inches) Round French bread can be a substitute.
For the Olive Salad
  • 1 cup Green and Black Olives (chopped) Can swap for pickled vegetables.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Optional, but enhances the dish.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (chopped) Can use garlic powder as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley (chopped) Basil is a delightful swap or can omit altogether.
  • 1 stalk Celery (chopped) Can substitute with bell peppers.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Mild vegetable oil can also work.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste.
For the Meats
  • 4 slices Mortadella Prosciutto can be used as an alternative.
  • 4 slices Capicola Spiced ham can be a substitute.
  • 4 slices Genoa Salami Any salami or hard sausage can work.
For the Cheeses
  • 4 slices Provolone Cheese Any cheese that melts well can substitute.
  • 4 slices Mozzarella Cheese Any cheese that melts well can substitute.

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Plastic wrap
  • Heavy object
  • Oven
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine chopped green and black olives, capers, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and diced celery. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar, then sprinkle with oregano, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably overnight in the fridge.
  2. Cut your round Italian bread in half horizontally, creating a top and bottom layer. Consider scooping out some soft interior to prevent sogginess.
  3. Place the bottom half of the bread on a large cutting board. Spoon half of the olive salad evenly over the bread. Layer slices of mortadella, capicola, and Genoa salami on top, followed by provolone and mozzarella cheese.
  4. Spoon the remaining olive salad over the stacked meats and cheeses. Carefully place the top half of the bread on the sandwich, gently pressing down to compact the layers.
  5. Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap. Weigh down with a heavy object and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, or ideally overnight.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap the sandwich in aluminum foil and bake for about 15 minutes to melt the cheeses and warm the meats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This sandwich improves in flavor after resting and can be easily customized by swapping ingredients.

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