Cretan Dako Salad
This Cretan-style salad is a bit different from the traditional Cretan salad, and is a great alternative to your usual dakos!
Ingredients
- 3 Cretan barley rusks or paximadia
- 4-5 Tomatoes or 2 handfuls of cherry tomatoes cubed
- 1 Tomato grated
- ½ Cucumber finely diced
- 1 Green pepper finely diced
- ½ Red onion finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Capers
- 1 tbsp Small Cretan olives pitted and sliced in half
- 3-4 Fresh mint or basil leaves
- 3 tbsp Greek salad dressing
- 200 grams Myzithra cheese or crumbled feta cheese
- Salt, pepper, and fresh or dry oregano to taste
Instructions
- Make sure your barley rusks are soft enough to be bitten into, it is always a good idea to soak them by adding some extra virgin olive oil and a bit of Greek salad dressing.
- Add tomatoes, cucumber, chopped green pepper, and onion.
- Mix in the mint or basil leaves, add some extra Greek salad dressing, and toss.
- Sprinkle on top with capers and olives.
- Add the myzithra cheese (or some feta, if you prefer), sprinkle with oregano, add extra salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
| Serving Type | Portion Size Estimate | Calories (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Main course | 2 servings | 585–610 kcal |
| Side dish/appetizer | 4 servings | 290–305 kcal |
| Small portion | 6 servings | 195–205 kcal |
If you'd like to lower the calories, consider reducing the cheese, using less salad dressing, or using low-fat feta. Let me know if you'd like the adjusted recipe!
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcal
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