Shopska salad (Shopska salad)

4 servings

30 minutes

Shopska salad is a traditional dish of Balkan cuisine, especially popular in Bulgaria. Its name comes from the region of Shopluk, known for its culinary traditions. The salad combines bright, fresh vegetables with the rich taste of feta cheese, creating a harmonious and refreshing dish. Roasted sweet pepper adds a light smoky note, while vinegar and sunflower oil enhance the flavor of each ingredient. Feta cheese sprinkled on top adds a salty creaminess that perfectly complements the freshness of tomatoes and cucumbers. This dish is great as a light dinner on its own or as a side to meat dishes. It is best served chilled to highlight the freshness and aroma of the vegetables. Shopska salad is a true embodiment of the sunny taste of the Balkans, filled with simplicity and elegance.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 411.1
• Proteins: 15.7g
• Fats: 23.8g
• Carbohydrates: 33.8g

Ingredients

• Tomatoes: 5 pc
• Sweet pepper: 9 pc
• Onion: 3 head
• Cucumbers: 2 pc
• Feta cheese: 200 g
• Sunflower oil: 3 tbsp
• Parsley: to taste
• Vinegar: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Bake the pepper whole, peel off the skin and seeds, and cut into small pieces.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sweet pepper: 9 pieces

2. Add chopped tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 5 piece
   • Cucumbers: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 3 heads

3. Mix everything, add vinegar and salt, and drizzle with sunflower oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vinegar:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Sunflower oil: 3 tablespoons

4. Place the salad on a plate, sprinkle with grated brynza and finely chopped parsley.

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 200 g
   • Parsley:  to taste