Recipe: Shopska Salad π₯
Description: The word “salad” originates from the Latin term “herba salta” or salted herbs. This delightful Shopska Salad, inspired by the Foodcourt column, Weekend, is both flavorful and visually stunning, making it perfect for a light lunch or snack option. Packed with fresh vegetables and savory feta cheese, it’s a dish that’s sure to please!
- Preparation Time: 25 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Tomatoes |
| 4 | Cucumbers |
| 1 | Green bell pepper |
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 | Spring onion |
| 1 | Bunch fresh parsley |
| 2-3 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 | Block of feta cheese |
| 5-10 | Black olives |
Instructions:
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Roast the Red Bell Pepper:
- Place the red bell pepper directly over a gas flame and roast until the skin is charred.
- Once roasted, wrap the pepper in foil or plastic wrap for a few minutes to allow it to steam.
- After steaming, peel off the skin, and allow the pepper to cool.
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- Dice the tomatoes, cucumbers, and green bell pepper and place them in a large salad bowl.
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Add Red Bell Pepper:
- Dice the roasted red bell pepper and add it to the bowl with the other vegetables.
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Include Spring Onions and Parsley:
- Chop the spring onions and fresh parsley finely, then add them to the bowl.
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Season the Salad:
- Season the salad with a pinch of salt. Be cautious not to add too much salt since the feta cheese is already salty.
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Drizzle with Olive Oil:
- Sprinkle the olive oil over the salad ingredients.
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Gently Mix:
- Carefully mix all the ingredients together, ensuring they are evenly coated with the olive oil.
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Add Feta Cheese:
- Crumble the feta cheese over the salad, distributing it evenly throughout.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the salad with black olives and additional parsley for a pop of color.
- Serve the refreshing Shopska Salad immediately and enjoy its delightful flavors!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 256.5
- Total Fat: 16.2g
- Saturated Fat: 6.8g
- Cholesterol: 33.4mg
- Sodium: 487.3mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 22.4g
- Dietary Fiber: 5.1g
- Sugar: 12g
- Protein: 9.7g
Recipe Notes:
- This Shopska Salad is best served fresh and can be enjoyed as a standalone dish or as a side to complement your favorite main course.
- Feel free to adjust the quantities of ingredients according to your taste preferences and dietary requirements.
- To enhance the flavor profile, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of dried oregano before serving.
- Enjoy the vibrant colors and delicious combination of flavors in every bite of this traditional Bulgarian salad!
