Gluten-Free Cretan Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Gluten-Free Cretan Salad! Packed with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy red onion, this refreshing dish is elevated with rich crumbled feta, briny Kalamata olives, and softened gluten-free rusks for a satisfying texture. A zesty homemade dressing, featuring olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic dried oregano, ties it all together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and herbaceous finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this wholesome, gluten-free salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish for your favorite grilled meats, or a crowd-pleasing addition to summer gatherings. Healthy, flavorful, and easy to prepare, it’s a true celebration of Mediterranean cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 medium Bell pepper, red
- 4 pieces Gluten-free rusks
- 100 grams Feta cheese, crumbled
- 10 pieces Olives, preferably Kalamata
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the vegetables. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and chop the red bell pepper into strips.
Place the gluten-free rusks in a bowl and sprinkle them with a little water to slightly soften, taking care not to get them too soggy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, red bell pepper, and olives.
Add the softened gluten-free rusks to the vegetable mixture.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is well-coated.
Add the crumbled feta cheese and gently mix again.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top as a garnish.
Serve immediately or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy your gluten-free Cretan salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.5 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 3168 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.5 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 688 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1561 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
