Shopska salad

Shopska salad is a traditional Bulgarian dish featuring fresh, chopped vegetables and cheese. It typically includes ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and bell peppers, all diced and combined for a crisp, colorful mix. The salad is topped with grated sirene cheese, a salty white brine cheese similar to feta. Often, it's seasoned with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of sunflower oil or vinegar, and garnished with fresh parsley. Served chilled, Shopska salad is a refreshing, healthy appetizer that highlights regional ingredients and simple preparation, making it popular throughout Bulgaria and neighboring countries.