This fresh and colorful dish, beloved throughout Southeast Europe, has earned a place alongside such recognized classics as Greek horiatiki, French salade niçoise, and Mexican Caesar salad.

The media described the Shopska salad as "Bulgaria's most famous culinary product," known for its "simple but vibrant combination of chopped ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, roasted peppers, onions, parsley and generously sprinkled with crumbled cheese – all lightly seasoned with olive oil."

The article states that the red, green, and white colors in the salad reflect the colors of the Bulgarian flag, making it not only a refreshing dish but also a symbol of national pride.

CNN highlighted the fact that, like the Bulgarian Shopska salad, each dish on the list tells a story about the culture and ingredients of the country it comes from.

Along with the Shopska salad, the ranking also includes the Italian country salad "Panzanella," the Japanese spicy salad "Sunomono" with cucumbers, and the hearty "Cobb" salad from the United States. | BGNES