Cretan Barley Rusk with Tomatoes and Feta
A traditional Cretan open-faced appetizer of crispy barley rusks topped with fresh chopped tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, briny olives, and aromatic oregano drizzled with olive oil.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 185
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Lightly dampen each barley rusk under running water for 5 seconds per side.
Step 2
Top each rusk with about 6 tablespoons chopped tomatoes, distributing evenly.
Step 3
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons feta cheese and 2 olives over each rusk.
Step 4
Drizzle 0.75 tablespoons olive oil over each rusk evenly.
Step 5
Season with oregano, salt, and pepper to taste across all rusks.
Step 6
Serve immediately while rusks retain slight crispness.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- knife
- serving plate
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