Shopska Salad with Fermented Dough Croutons

Method

1. In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water with sugar. Let sit 5 minutes until frothy.
2. Mix flour, salt, and yeast mixture to form a dough. Knead 5 minutes, then let rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
3. Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Roll out dough and cut into small cubes. Bake 10-12 minutes until golden and crisp.
4. Dice tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper into small pieces.
5. Crumble feta cheese into the bowl.
6. Chop fresh parsley and add to the mixture.
7. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt.
8. Add the fermented dough croutons and toss everything together gently to combine.