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Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup)

Borscht soup gets natural sweetness from the beets, and a bit of lemon juice and zest add a tangy twist to balance the flavors.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 157 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Soup
Cuisine: Polish

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 beets peeled and diced ½ inch, approx 1 ½ pounds
  • 2 carrots 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 chopped fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • sour cream for serving, optional

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the broth and add the bay leaf. Simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the beets and carrots are tender.
  4. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the fresh dill, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and additional fresh dill.

Notes

  • Leftover soup can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 157 (8%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 991mg (41%) Potassium 920mg (26%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 3817IU (76%) Vitamin C 32mg (36%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157

% 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.