Discover the bold, zesty flavors of New Orleans with this vibrant Muffuletta Salad II, a fresh twist on the iconic muffuletta sandwich. Packed with crisp romaine lettuce, savory layers of thinly sliced salami and ham, creamy cubes of provolone and mozzarella, and a medley of tangy olives, this salad is bursting with Italian-inspired goodness. The addition of cherry tomatoes, red bell peppers, and red onion adds a colorful crunch, while a homemade dressing of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and oregano ties everything together with a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook salad is perfect as a main dish or an impressive side for any gathering. Serve it chilled for peak flavor and let this muffuletta masterpiece transport your taste buds to the streets of the French Quarter!
Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place it in a large salad bowl.
Add the thinly sliced salami and ham to the bowl.
Add the cubed provolone and mozzarella cheeses.
Add the Kalamata and green olives, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad for added freshness and color.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
Toss the salad gently but thoroughly to combine all the ingredients and coat them in the dressing.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy!
Calories |
3082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 279.2 g | 358% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.0 g | 340% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 281 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 12643 mg | 550% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 87.0 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1273 mg | 98% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2401 mg | 51% | |
*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.