Dakos Salad

Dakos Salad is a refreshing and wholesome Greek breakfast dish that combines crunchy barley rusk with ripe tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs. This colorful salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to kickstart your day.

Ingredients

• Barley rusk - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Feta cheese - 100 grams, crumbled
• Kalamata olives - 50 grams, pitted and halved
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Begin by soaking the barley rusk in warm water for about 5 minutes until softened, then drain and gently squeeze out excess water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the soaked barley rusk, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, and kalamata olives.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
5. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately, or let it sit for 10 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from tomatoes and cucumbers.
• Good source of healthy fats from olive oil and olives.
• High in fiber, supporting digestive health.

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