Shopska Salata: Macedonian Favorite Salad
It’s the perfect light and refreshing dish to balance out a heavier meal, but it can also be enjoyed as a diet-friendly main dish.
Shopska salata is made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and feta cheese. It’s the perfect light and refreshing dish to balance out a heavier meal, but it can also be enjoyed as a diet-friendly main dish on a hot summer day and can be found in most restaurants throughout the city.
Some versions might include a garnish of olives or a sprinkle of chopped parsley or paper, fresh or beked. Dressing for this salad is typically a simple mix of olive oil and vinegar, though the vinegar is optional in some recipes.
It’s worth noting that Shopska salata is so loved in the region it has even won a European award for being the tastiest salad in Europe.
