Muffalata Sandwich by Any Name Tastes Great

Indulge in the bold, zesty flavors of the "Muffalata Sandwich by Any Name Tastes Great," a classic Italian-inspired creation that combines vibrant olive salad with layers of savory cured meats and creamy cheeses. This hearty sandwich starts with a robust Italian round bread or focaccia, generously slathered with a tangy homemade olive salad made from green and black olives, giardiniera, capers, garlic, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. Piled high with thinly sliced salami, mortadella, capicola, provolone, and mozzarella, this mouthwatering sandwich offers a satisfying medley of textures and tastes. Whether served warm straight from the oven or packed for lunch on the go, this Muffalata sandwich is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for picnics or casual gatherings. Explore the rich combination of Italian flavors with just 20 minutes of prep, and elevate your sandwich game today!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Italian round bread (or focaccia)
• 0.75 cup Green olives, pitted
• 0.75 cup Black olives, pitted
• 0.5 cup Giardiniera (pickled vegetables)
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Capers, drained
• 0.25 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 4 ounces Thinly sliced salami
• 4 ounces Thinly sliced mortadella
• 4 ounces Thinly sliced capicola
• 4 ounces Provolone cheese, sliced
• 4 ounces Mozzarella cheese, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Begin by making the olive salad. Finely chop the green olives, black olives, giardiniera, garlic, and capers. Place them into a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, and dried oregano to the bowl with the chopped ingredients. Stir thoroughly to combine. Let the olive salad rest while you prepare the remaining ingredients for the sandwich, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 3

Slice the Italian bread loaf horizontally to create a large top and bottom piece. Scoop out some of the bread interior (optional) to make room for the fillings.

Step 4

Spread the olive salad generously and evenly across the cut sides of both the top and bottom pieces of the bread.

Step 5

Begin layering the meats on the bottom half of the bread. Start with the salami, followed by the mortadella, and then the capicola.

Step 6

Layer the provolone cheese slices over the meats, followed by the mozzarella slices.

Step 7

Carefully place the top piece of bread over the fillings. Press gently to help the sandwich hold together.

Step 8

For authentic Muffuletta warmth, wrap the sandwich in aluminum foil and place it in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for about 5 minutes or until slightly warmed through (optional step).

Step 9

Remove the sandwich from the oven (if warmed) and slice into four equal portions. Serve immediately or wrap tightly for a picnic or lunch on the go.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1564.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4191.2

Total Fat 286.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 453.6mg	0%
Sodium 13517.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.2g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 162.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24.3IU	0%
Calcium 1835.5mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 1823.5mg	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: 60.1%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 24.8%