Cretan Dakos Salad

Cretan Dakos Salad is a vibrant, high-protein twist on the traditional Greek salad, featuring crunchy barley rusks topped with fresh vegetables, creamy feta, and protein-rich chickpeas. This delightful dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a refreshing meal option.

Ingredients

• Barley rusks - 80 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, cooked and drained
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Extra virgin olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Start by placing the barley rusks on a large plate or platter.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, and chickpeas.
3. Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetable mixture, then sprinkle with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine.
4. Spoon the vegetable mixture evenly over the barley rusks.
5. Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chickpeas and feta, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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