Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup)
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Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup)
Description
This Borscht Recipe employs diced beets and root vegetables sautéed in olive oil to soften before simmering in a mix of vegetable and beef broth. Chopped cabbage adds texture while garlic lends aromatic depth. The bay leaf infuses subtle flavor during simmering, then is removed before finishing.
The soup's flavor is accented by fresh dill and lemon juice and zest added at the end, giving brightness and a hint of acidity to balance the earthy beets. Seasoning with salt and pepper is adjusted to taste. Sour cream is optionally served alongside to add creaminess and mild tang to each portion.
Borscht serves well as a warming starter or main course depending on portion size. The varied vegetables yield a range of textures from soft root vegetables to tender shredded cabbage, while the broth is rich yet clear.
Leftovers store reliably in the refrigerator for several days and reheat well in stovetop or microwave, maintaining flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 beet peeled and diced ½ inch, approx 1 ½ pounds
- 2 carrot diced ½ inch
- 1 large russet potato peeled and diced ½ inch
- ½ small green cabbage thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 bay leaf
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- sour cream for serving, optional
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beets, carrots, potatoes, and cabbage. Cook stirring occasionally until slightly softened, about 10 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and add the bay leaf. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the beets and carrots are tender.
- Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the fresh dill, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
- Serve with a dollop of sour cream and additional fresh dill.
Notes
- Leftover soup can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat gently using a microwave or stovetop until warmed through before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 157 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 157 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 991mg | 41% |
| Potassium | 920mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 3817IU | 76% |
| Vitamin C | 32mg | 36% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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