Bulgarian Mixed Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Bulgarian Mixed Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This traditional Bulgarian recipe features a colorful medley of diced tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, sweet bell peppers, and thinly sliced red onion, all tossed with fragrant parsley and a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. The crowning touch? A generous grating of white brined cheese, like feta or Bulgarian sirene, adds a creamy, salty finish that perfectly complements the garden-fresh vegetables. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this easy salad is perfect as a light meal, a side dish for grilled meats, or as a stunning appetizer for your next gathering. Its quick prep time and wholesome ingredients make it a must-try for anyone craving authentic Bulgarian cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumbers
• 2 medium Bell peppers (red or green)
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Parsley
• 100 grams White brined cheese (e.g., feta or Bulgarian sirene)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash all vegetables thoroughly under running water, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the bell peppers and chop them into small pieces. Add them to the bowl as well.

Step 5

Peel and finely slice the red onion, then break apart the slices into thin strips before adding them to the salad.

Step 6

Finely chop the fresh parsley and mix it into the vegetables in the salad bowl.

Step 7

Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables. Sprinkle the salt and ground black pepper on top. Toss everything gently until well combined.

Step 8

Using a fine grater, grate the white brined cheese over the top of the salad to create a fluffy layer of cheese.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1296 grams (1296.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	788

Total Fat 52.30g	67%
Saturated Fat 20.60g	103%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 89mg	30%
Sodium 2142mg	93%
Total Carbohydrate 60.40g	22%
Dietary Fiber 14.70g	53%
Total Sugars 36.90g
Protein 24.10g	48%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 647mg	50%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 2342mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 29.9%