This recipe will guide you on how to make an authentic olive salad that perfectly complements your Muffaletta sandwiches. With a mix of olives, vegetables, and herbs, this salad adds a burst of flavor and texture to every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup black olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup pickled cauliflower, chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the green olives, black olives, roasted red peppers, pickled cauliflower, celery, garlic, and parsley.
- Add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Cover and refrigerate the olive salad for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the olive salad on top of Muffaletta sandwiches or as a side dish. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The original Muffaletta sandwich was created in New Orleans in 1906 at Central Grocery.
Olive salad is a key ingredient in Muffalettas and is known for its tangy and briny flavor.
The combination of olives, roasted red peppers, and pickled cauliflower adds a unique twist to this classic salad.