Vegan Shopska Salad

Bright, fresh, and utterly satisfying, this Vegan Shopska Salad is a plant-based twist on the classic Bulgarian favorite. Packed with vibrant vegetables like juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, green bell peppers, and red onion, this salad is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors. The addition of crumbled vegan feta cheese gives it a tangy, creamy touch, while a simple dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh parsley ties everything together beautifully. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful dish is perfect as a light side salad or a refreshing main course. Bursting with wholesome ingredients and easy-to-make charm, it’s a must-try for fans of vegan Mediterranean recipes and summer salads alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large tomatoes
• 1 large cucumbers
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 100 grams vegan feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing all the vegetables thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into small wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Remove the seeds from the green bell pepper, then slice it into thin strips. Add these to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Finely chop the red onion and add it to the vegetable mixture.

Step 6

Crumble the vegan feta cheese over the salad, evenly distributing it across the top.

Step 7

Wash the fresh parsley, pat dry, and finely chop. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the salad.

Step 8

In a small bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until emulsified.

Step 9

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all ingredients together to coat the vegetables evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a refreshing side or as part of a main meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(985.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	667.4

Total Fat 51.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2281.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 14.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 196.7mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1603.6mg	0%

*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: 67.4%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 24.4%