Gluten-Free Muffaletta Sandwich

Transform a classic Italian favorite into a celiac-friendly delight with this Gluten-Free Muffaletta Sandwich recipe! Featuring layers of savory sliced salami, ham, mortadella, and creamy provolone and mozzarella cheeses, all nestled between gluten-free ciabatta rolls, this sandwich bursts with bold, authentic flavor. The real star? A tangy, homemade olive salad made with green and black olives, roasted red peppers, giardiniera, and a zesty dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and oregano. Perfect for picnics, lunchboxes, or casual dinners, this gluten-free take on the iconic muffaletta is as vibrant and satisfying as the original—with no compromise on texture or taste. Enjoy all the rich flavors of New Orleans with this easy, make-ahead sandwich that’s ready to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Gluten-free ciabatta rolls
• 0.5 cup Green olives
• 0.5 cup Black olives
• 0.25 cup Roasted red peppers
• 0.5 cup Giardiniera (Italian pickled vegetables)
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 piece Garlic clove, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 slices Sliced provolone cheese
• 8 slices Sliced mozzarella cheese
• 8 slices Sliced salami
• 8 slices Sliced mortadella
• 8 slices Sliced ham

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by preparing the olive salad. In a food processor, combine green olives, black olives, roasted red peppers, and giardiniera. Pulse until coarsely chopped.

Step 2

2. Transfer the chopped mixture to a medium bowl. Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 3

3. Slice each gluten-free ciabatta roll horizontally in half and open them up on a clean work surface.

Step 4

4. Generously spread a layer of the prepared olive salad on the cut side of the bottom half of each roll.

Step 5

5. Layer each roll with 2 slices of provolone cheese followed by 2 slices of mozzarella cheese, 2 slices of salami, 2 slices of mortadella, and 2 slices of ham.

Step 6

6. Top the meat and cheese with another layer of olive salad.

Step 7

7. Close the sandwiches with the top half of the gluten-free ciabatta rolls.

Step 8

8. For best results, wrap each sandwich in parchment paper and press it gently with your hand to encourage the flavors to meld further. Let the sandwiches sit for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Step 9

9. Slice each sandwich into halves or quarters and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1645.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4068.2

Total Fat 281.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.7g
Cholesterol 617.4mg	0%
Sodium 15580.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 203.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3124.6mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 1385.7mg	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: 61.4%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 18.8%