Traditional Serbian Salad Recipe
Traditional Serbian Salad is a fresh and colorful Balkan side dish made with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, herbs, and feta cheese, all lightly dressed with sunflower oil. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it's the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, roasted dishes, and summer meals.
Servings: 6
Calories: 180kcal
Ingredients
- 2 red bell peppers, diced
- 1 English cucumbers, diced
- 4 tomatoes, diced
- 5 radishes, thinly sliced
- 1 small sweet onion or purple onion, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup sunflower oil or other mild-flavored oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables. Dice the bell peppers, cucumber, and tomatoes. Thinly slice the radishes, onion, and green onions.
- Place all vegetables in a large mixing bowl and add the chopped parsley.
- In a small jar or bowl, combine the sunflower oil, salt, and black pepper. Shake or whisk until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add most of the crumbled feta cheese and lightly fold it into the salad.
- Sprinkle the remaining feta cheese on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use ripe seasonal tomatoes for the best flavor.
- Add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice for extra brightness.
- For a vegan version, simply omit the feta cheese.
- Serbian Salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.