Salata od Pljeskavice

About This Recipe

This Montenegrin specialty salad features a juicy grilled meat pljeskavica served atop fresh vegetables and local cheese, creating a substantial and satisfying Balkan meal.

Ingredients

Serves 4

• 1.2 lbground beef
• 2large tomatoes, sliced
• 1 largecucumber, diced
• 200 glocal cheese (kajmak or similar)
• 4 cupsmixed fresh greens
• 3 tbspolive oil and vinegar dressing

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare patties

   Mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Form into 4 large, thin patties about 1/2 inch thick.

2. 2

   Grill meat

   Heat grill or grill pan to high heat. Grill patties for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through but juicy.

3. 3

   Prepare salad

   Toss mixed greens with olive oil and vinegar. Arrange on plates with sliced tomatoes and diced cucumber.

4. 4

   Assemble

   Top salad with warm grilled patty and crumbled kajmak cheese. Serve immediately.

Variations

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  Add sliced onion to the patty or serve on side

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  Include roasted peppers or eggplant

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  Make smaller patties for appetizer portions

Storage

Best served fresh. Leftover cooked patties keep refrigerated for 24 hours

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