Try this homemade Cretan Ntakos recipe the whole family will love. Made with ntakos, tomato, olive oil and olives. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Cretan Ntakos relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as ntakos (barley rusks), large tomato, extra virgin olive oil and kalamata olives. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 479 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026