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Muffuletta (Vegan)

Sandwiches
6 Servings
Prep 25 min
Cook 10 min
Total 35 min

Ingredients

    Ingredients:

    • 1 round Italian or muffuletta bread loaf
    • 1 cup giardiniera, chopped
    • 1/2 cup pitted green olives, chopped
    • 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
    • 3 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • 1 clove garlic, minced
    • 1 cup vegan salami-style slices
    • 1 cup vegan mortadella or ham-style slices
    • 1 cup vegan provolone-style cheese slices

    Equipments:

    Gluten-Free
    Raw
    Soy-Free
    Refined Sugar-Free
    Nut-Free

    Features:

    Gluten-Free

    Raw

    Soy-Free

    Refined Sugar-Free

    Nut-Free

    Nutrition:

    Servings 6  Calories 470  Carbohydrates 50 g  Fat 20 g  Fiber 2 g  Protein 17.5 g
    Monounsaturated 10 g  Polyunsaturated 3 g  Saturated 5 g  Trans 0 g
    Vitamin A 3 mcg  Vitamin C 5 mg  Vitamin D 0 mcg
    Calcium 120 mg  Iron 3 mg  Potassium 350 mg
    Cholesterol 0 mg  Sodium 950 mg  Sugar 5 g

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    Prep

    Let the olive salad sit for the full 15 minutes before assembling — that resting time lets the flavors meld. Press the finished sandwich with something heavy for at least 30 minutes; a muffuletta is meant to be compressed so the bread soaks up the olive oil.

    Instructions:

    1. Make the Olive Salad: Combine the giardiniera, green and kalamata olives, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic in a bowl to make the olive salad. Let sit for at least 15 minutes.
    2. Prep the Bread: Slice the bread loaf in half horizontally and hollow out some of the inside.
    3. Spread: Spread a generous layer of olive salad on both cut sides of the bread.
    4. Layer: Layer the vegan salami, vegan mortadella, and vegan provolone on the bottom half.
    5. Press: Close the sandwich, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and press with a heavy object for 15-20 minutes.
    6. Slice & Serve: Slice into wedges and serve.
    Common Mistakes, Notes, Storage, Swaps & Tips

    Notes: Read through the full recipe before starting so you have all ingredients prepped and ready to go.

    Tips: Taste as you go and adjust seasoning to your preference before serving.

    Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

    Swaps: Feel free to swap in seasonal vegetables or pantry staples you have on hand, adjusting cook time as needed.

    Why these Ingredients

    Every ingredient here earns its place, but a few really shape the dish. The olive oil brings fruity depth and helps carry the other flavors. The red wine vinegar adds tang that cuts through richness and balances the flavors. The garlic builds a savory, aromatic base.