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The iconic New Orleans sandwich, packed with layers of Italian cured meats, provolone cheese, and a zesty, briny olive salad. It's a hearty, make-ahead meal perfect for picnics or feeding a crowd.
For 4 servings
Prepare the Olive Salad
Prepare the Bread
Assemble the Sandwich
The iconic New Orleans sandwich, packed with layers of Italian cured meats, provolone cheese, and a zesty, briny olive salad. It's a hearty, make-ahead meal perfect for picnics or feeding a crowd.
This cajun_creole recipe takes 85 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 1045.58 calories per serving with 40.02g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Wrap and Press
Slice and Serve
Replace the cured meats with layers of grilled eggplant, zucchini, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts. Use a mix of provolone and fresh mozzarella cheese.
Use hot capicola and spicy giardiniera. You can also add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce or a drizzle of chili oil to the olive salad.
Feel free to swap the meats based on your preference. Soppressata, prosciutto, or even sliced turkey for a lighter version are all great options.
The generous amount of extra virgin olive oil and olives provides monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and can help reduce bad cholesterol levels.
With multiple layers of cured meats and provolone cheese, this sandwich is packed with protein, which is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall satiety.
Ingredients like olives, garlic, parsley, and the vegetables in the giardiniera are good sources of antioxidants, which help protect the body against cellular damage from free radicals.
A quarter-wedge serving of this Muffuletta contains approximately 950-1050 calories. It is a very hearty and calorie-dense sandwich, designed to be a full meal.
Muffuletta is high in sodium, fat, and calories due to the cured meats and cheese. However, it also contains healthy monounsaturated fats from the olive oil and olives, and some fiber from the bread and vegetables. It's best enjoyed as an occasional, indulgent treat.
Absolutely! The Muffuletta is an ideal make-ahead sandwich. In fact, it tastes even better after it has been pressed for a few hours or even overnight, as this allows the flavors to fully meld.
The traditional choice is a round, 10-inch Sicilian-style loaf with sesame seeds, specifically called Muffuletta bread. If you can't find it, a sturdy, round Italian or ciabatta loaf is the best substitute. Avoid soft breads that will become soggy.
A traditional Muffuletta is served at room temperature. Heating it can change the texture of the cured meats and make the bread greasy. If you prefer it warm, you can lightly toast the individual wedges in an oven or panini press.
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