Description
Classic Borscht Recipe (Beet Soup) is a vibrant and nourishing dish that captures the essence of hearty Eastern European cooking. This beautiful beet soup is not only visually stunning but also brimming with wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. The rich, earthy sweetness of roasted beets melds seamlessly with tender vegetables and aromatic herbs, resulting in a comforting bowl of goodness. Enjoy it warm, topped with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of fresh dill for an added touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium beets (peeled and grated)
- 4 Tbsp olive oil
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 3 medium Yukon potatoes (peeled and sliced)
- 2 carrots (peeled and sliced)
- 2 celery ribs (chopped)
- 1 small red bell pepper (optional, chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 4 Tbsp ketchup or 3 Tbsp tomato sauce
- 1 can white cannellini beans (with juice)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2–3 Tbsp white vinegar
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic (pressed)
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by peeling, grating, and slicing as needed. Keep sliced potatoes in cold water to avoid browning.
- In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, sauté the grated beets in 2 Tbsp olive oil for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken broth and water to the pot along with the sliced potatoes and carrots. Cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- In a separate skillet, heat the remaining olive oil and sauté onions, celery, and bell pepper for about 7 minutes until softened. Stir in ketchup or tomato sauce before adding this mixture to the soup pot.
- Stir in beans, bay leaves, vinegar, salt, pepper, garlic, and dill. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg