Description
The Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich is a flavorful New Orleans deli favorite featuring layers of cured meats, cheeses, and tangy olive salad on a round Italian loaf. This no-cook sandwich melds bold Mediterranean flavors into every bite, perfect for a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich
- 1 round loaf of Italian bread (about 10 inches)
- 1 cup olive salad (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 ounces sliced Genoa salami
- 4 ounces sliced mortadella
- 4 ounces sliced capicola
- 4 ounces sliced provolone cheese
- 4 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Slice the Italian loaf in half horizontally and scoop out a small amount of bread from the center of both halves to create room for the fillings.
- Apply Olive Oil: Drizzle the cut sides of the bread lightly with olive oil to add flavor and moisture.
- Spread Olive Salad: Evenly spread the olive salad over the bottom half of the bread, pressing it slightly into the loaf to ensure it adheres well.
- Layer Meats and Cheeses: Layer the sliced Genoa salami, mortadella, capicola, provolone cheese, and mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the olive salad layer.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Place the top half of the bread over the fillings and gently press the sandwich together to compact the layers.
- Chill: Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, to let the flavors meld and the bread absorb the fillings.
- Serve: When ready, unwrap the sandwich and cut into wedges or slices for serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, make your own olive salad using chopped green and black olives, giardiniera, garlic, parsley, and olive oil.
- This sandwich is traditionally served cold, but you can press and toast it if desired for a warm variation.
