Dairy-Free Muffuletta Sandwich

Indulge in the bold, vibrant flavors of a classic New Orleans-inspired sandwich with a modern twist in this Dairy-Free Muffuletta Sandwich. Built on a sturdy ciabatta loaf, this layered masterpiece combines an irresistible olive salad made with green olives, kalamata olives, giardiniera, roasted red peppers, and a zesty blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, and basil. Piled high with savory deli favorites like salami, mortadella, capicola, and ham, and finished with fresh arugula or spinach, each bite delivers a satisfying medley of textures and tastes. Perfect for make-ahead meals or picnics, this dairy-free rendition lets the bold Mediterranean flavors and rich meats shine without the need for cheese, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cha-bread loaf (or similar crusty round bread)
• 0.5 cup green olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
• 0.75 cup giardiniera (Italian pickled vegetable salad), drained and chopped
• 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, coarsely chopped
• 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 ounces sliced salami
• 4 ounces sliced mortadella
• 4 ounces sliced capicola
• 4 ounces sliced deli ham
• 1 cup arugula or spinach

Directions

Step 1

Cut the ciabatta loaf horizontally in half and open the halves like a book.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the green olives, kalamata olives, giardiniera, and roasted red peppers.

Step 3

Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, basil, and minced garlic to the olive mixture. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

Spread the olive salad mixture generously over the cut sides of both halves of the bread.

Step 5

On the bottom half of the bread, layer the salami, mortadella, capicola, and ham, distributing evenly.

Step 6

Add a layer of arugula or spinach over the meats.

Step 7

Place the top half of the bread over the sandwich filling, pressing down gently.

Step 8

Wrap the entire sandwich tightly in plastic wrap and let it sit for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld. This can be done up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Step 9

Unwrap the sandwich and use a sharp knife to cut it into quarters.

Step 10

Serve immediately, enjoying every bite of the flavorful layers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1064.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2171.8

Total Fat 184.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 236.0mg	0%
Sodium 10295.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 10.9g
Protein 67.6g	0%

Vitamin D 27.2IU	0%
Calcium 350.6mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1888.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.9%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 12.9%