Dakos Delight (Ντάκος)
Ντάκος (Dakos) is a traditional Cretan dish that consists of a base of soaked dried bread, topped with ripe tomatoes, feta cheese, and olives. It's a simple yet delicious appetizer or light meal that showcases the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean.
Ingredients
- 4 large round barley rusks
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 200g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak the barley rusks in water for a few seconds, then let them sit for a minute to absorb the water.
- Place the soaked rusks on a serving platter.
- Top each rusk with the diced tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped olives.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking method
- No cooking required
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Serving platter
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve with a glass of chilled white wine or a Greek salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra crunch, you can toast the barley rusks in the oven before assembling the dish.
Cost
$5