Description
A bold and hearty Italian muffuletta sandwich layered with savory sliced meats, creamy cheeses, and a zesty olive salad inside a crusty round loaf. Perfect for sharing at gatherings, picnics, or family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 large round Italian bread loaf (10–12 inches / about 900 g)
- 60 ml olive oil (1/4 cup)
- 30 ml red wine vinegar (2 tablespoons)
- 150 g pitted green olives, finely chopped (1 cup)
- 150 g pitted black olives, finely chopped (1 cup)
- 80 g roasted red peppers, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
- 30 g capers, drained and chopped (1/4 cup)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 200 g sliced beef salami
- 200 g sliced beef mortadella
- 200 g sliced provolone cheese
- 100 g sliced mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine green olives, black olives, roasted red peppers, capers, and minced garlic.
- Add olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Mix thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to marinate.
- Slice the bread loaf horizontally with a serrated knife. Remove a small amount of soft interior if needed to create space.
- Spread half of the olive salad evenly over the bottom half of the bread.
- Layer provolone cheese over the olive mixture.
- Add beef salami evenly over the cheese.
- Layer mortadella slices on top.
- Add mozzarella cheese slices.
- Spread remaining olive salad over the top.
- Place the top half of the bread on and press gently to compact.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours (preferably 4 hours or overnight).
- Unwrap and slice into wedges before serving.
Notes
- Allowing the sandwich to rest improves flavor and helps it hold together.
- Use a sturdy round loaf to prevent sogginess.
- Store tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Traditionally served cold or at room temperature.
- Avoid freezing as it may affect texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wedge
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1450 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
