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Paximadia “bruschetta” – Cretan Barley Rusk Meze

Paximadia "bruschetta" - Cretan Barley Rusk Meze recipe

Paximadia is a traditional Greek bread made from barley or wheat. It has a long shelf life and is often used as a base for various dishes, such as this Cretan Barley Rusk Meze.

This is vegan and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 20 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

Cooking Method
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 20 mins
Servings 4
Calories 600
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 4 piece Cretan barley rusks
  • 2 medium Tomatoes
  • 1 small Cucumber
  • 1 small Red onion
  • 4 tablespoon Kalamata olives
  • 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh oregano
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Black pepper
Instructions
  1. Slice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  2. In a bowl, combine the sliced vegetables, Kalamata olives, olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Let the mixture marinate for 10 minutes.
  4. Place the Cretan barley rusks on a serving plate.
  5. Top each rusk with the marinated vegetable mixture.
  6. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 150kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Sugars 2g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.