on Apr 20, 2023, Updated Apr 04, 2024

Why You’ll Love Shopska Salad

You’ll fall in love with Shopska Salad for its perfect medley of fresh vegetables, bursting with flavor and crisp textures. Each bite offers the best combination of juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet bell peppers, complemented by the kick of onions and the freshness of 🌿 parsley. Topped generously with brined white cheese or feta, the salad delivers a creamy richness that perfectly balances the acidity of the vegetables. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish, Shopska Salad is sure to become a favorite for its simplicity, freshness, and irresistible flavors.

How to Prepare Shopska Salad

🍅 In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, red pepper(s), and onion. Season with salt and oil to taste and then toss well. 🌿 Optionally, add chopped parsley if desired. 🧀 Now, grate brined white cheese or feta on top of the salad, measuring to your preference. 🫒 Last but not least, add an extra drizzle of oil on top before serving. Enjoy!

Variations and Substitutions for Shopska Salad

This simple salad is easy to adjust for what you have on hand or to make for a crowd. Be sure to let me know in the comments how you make it your own.

Best Served With

A traditional Bulgarian dish such as my Branzino Recipe Some crusty bread like my No Knead Peasant Bread

Common Questions

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