Description
Indulge in the flavors of Italy with this Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich recipe. Layers of savory meats and cheeses are nestled in a round loaf of Italian bread, topped with a zesty olive salad for a true taste of Italian-American deli goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Italian Muffuletta 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
- Slice and Prep the Bread: Slice the Italian loaf in half horizontally and scoop out a small amount of bread from the center of both halves. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Layer Fillings: Spread olive salad on bottom half, then layer salami, mortadella, capicola, provolone, and mozzarella.
- Assemble: Cover with top half, press sandwich, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Unwrap, slice, and enjoy!
Notes
- Consider making your own olive salad for a personalized touch.
- This sandwich can be served cold or pressed and toasted for a warm variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1340mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
