Description

Ready to level up your sandwich game? This Classic Italian Muffuletta Sandwich brings bold flavors and serious satisfaction to your lunch table. Ideal for meal prep, parties, or a game-day feast, this New Orleans-born deli masterpiece is packed with Italian meats, zesty olive salad, and melty cheese—all tucked into a sesame-crusted round loaf. It’s hearty, tangy, and perfect for those craving easy dinner ideas, quick lunch recipes, or a unique picnic-ready food idea.

Ingredients

1 round loaf of muffuletta bread (or focaccia/ciabatta)

1 cup olive salad (store-bought or homemade)

1/4 pound sliced Genoa salami

1/4 pound sliced mortadella

1/4 pound sliced ham

1/4 pound sliced provolone cheese

1/4 pound sliced mozzarella cheese

Optional: roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts

Instructions

Slice bread loaf horizontally. Toast both halves lightly if desired.
Spread half the olive salad on the bottom half of bread.
Layer salami, mortadella, ham, provolone, and mozzarella.
Top with remaining olive salad.
Close the sandwich, wrap tightly, and press with weight.
Chill in fridge for 1 to 4 hours. Slice and serve.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 1 to 4 hours
Category: Dinner