Bulgarska Shopska Salata (bulgarian Shopska Salad)

Bulgarska Shopska Salata, also known as Bulgarian Shopska Salad, is a refreshing and colorful salad that originates from the Balkan cuisine. This salad is a popular dish in Bulgaria and is often served as an appetizer or side dish.

Bulgarska Shopska Salata (bulgarian Shopska Salad)

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 200g feta cheese, crumbled
  • Black olives, pitted and halved, for garnish
  • Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large salad bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and green bell pepper.
  2. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the vegetables.
  3. Drizzle the salad with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients.
  5. Garnish with black olives and serve immediately.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150
Carbohydrates
12g
Protein
8g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Salad bowl Serving plates

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Bulgarian Shopska Salad as a refreshing appetizer or as a side dish with grilled meats.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use ripe and juicy tomatoes and high-quality feta cheese.

Cost

$10