Classic Bulgarian Tomato and Sirene Salad (Shopska Salata)
Традиционно ястие · Bulgarian
A quintessential Bulgarian salad, Shopska Salata is a refreshing and simple dish featuring ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and a generous grating of sirene cheese. It's a staple of Bulgarian cuisine, perfect as a side or a light meal.
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Съставки
- Ripe tomatoes4 large
- Cucumber1 large
- Bell pepper (green or red)1 large
- Red onion1/2 medium
- Sirene cheese (Bulgarian feta-style)150g
- Sunflower oil3 tablespoons
- Red wine vinegar1 tablespoon
- Fresh parsley2 tablespoons, chopped
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
Стъпки
- 1
Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a salad bowl.
- 2
Peel the cucumber (optional) and chop it into similar-sized pieces. Add to the bowl.
- 3
Wash the bell pepper, remove seeds and stem, and chop it into pieces. Add to the salad.
- 4
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl.
- 5
Season the vegetables with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Drizzle with sunflower oil and red wine vinegar.
- 7
Grate the sirene cheese generously over the top of the salad, covering the vegetables.
- 8
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- 9
Gently toss before serving, or serve as is, allowing diners to mix.
