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Borscht Soup

180kcal
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 1 hour
Total 1 hour 20 minutes
A hearty and vibrant beetroot soup, traditionally served hot or cold, enriched with vegetables and a hint of sour cream.
Servings 4 servings
Course main, Soup
Cuisine Eastern European, Ukrainian

Ingredients

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium beetroots peeled and grated
  • 1 medium carrot peeled and grated
  • 1 medium potato peeled and diced
  • 1 stalk celery finely chopped
  • 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth for non-vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste for depth of flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill or fresh if available
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
For Serving
  • ½ cup sour cream for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped, for garnish

Method

Prepare the Soup Base
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. This will help to sauté the vegetables and release their flavors.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the grated beetroots, carrot, diced potato, and chopped celery to the pot. Sauté for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the tomato paste, dried dill, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 40-50 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and the beets to become tender.
Finish and Serve
  1. Once the soup has simmered, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt or pepper according to your preference.
  2. Ladle the hot borscht into bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill.
  3. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added zing. Enjoy your borscht hot or chilled!

Nutrition

Serving1bowlCalories180kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein4gFat6gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat4gCholesterol5mgSodium700mgPotassium600mgFiber5gSugar8gVitamin A1200IUVitamin C20mgCalcium80mgIron1.5mg

Notes

Borscht can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors deepen as it sits. Reheat gently before serving.

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