Shopska Salad is a traditional North Macedonian recipe for a classic salad of tomatoes, cucumbers and bell peppers mixed with onion and parsley with a light vinaigrette dressing that's finished with grated cheese. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic North Macedonian version of: Shopska Salad.
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Ingredients:
4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
2 cucumbers, chopped
1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1/3 bunch of flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp red wine vinegar
200g Macedonian salted cheese (or substitute Feta cheese), grated
Method:
Chop the tomatoes, cucumbers and bell peppers (leave the tomato pieces slightly larger) then combine in a bowl. Add the onions and parsley and toss to combine.
Sprinkle over the oil and vinegar then mix well to dress and combine. Grate the cheese over the top and serve as a first course and/or an accompaniment to any meal.
