Shopska Salad

Ingredients

• Tomatoes4 pcs
• Yellow bell peppers1 pc
• Cucumber1 pc
• Red onion0.5 pcs
• Cubed cheese (Balkans style)150 g
• Feta cheese100 g
• Olive oil3 tbsp
• Vinegar1 tbsp
• Oregano0.5 tsp
• Salt1 pinch
• Pepper1 pinch
• Red bell peppers1 pc

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash 4 tomatoes, 1 red pepper, 1 yellow pepper and 1 cucumber. Drain excess water.

2. 2

   Dice the 4 tomatoes. Remove seeds from the peppers and dice. Peel and slice the cucumber.

   Tip: For better flavor, salt the tomatoes and let sit 5 minutes to release juices - then drain before mixing.

3. 3

   Slice half a red onion into thin half-rings. Dice 150 g of cheese. Keep 100 g of grated feta for the top layer.

4. 4

   Put all vegetables in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of vinegar, ½ teaspoon of oregano, a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper. Gently toss.

5. 5

   Transfer salad to a serving plate. Spread 150 g of cheese cubes evenly and top with 100 g of grated feta.

   Tip: Shopska salad is best served immediately while vegetables are fresh and crisp.