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Borscht: A Heartwarming Classic with Beets and Vegetables

Borscht is a beloved soup brimming with heartwarming flavors, highlighting beets and fresh vegetables.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium Beets, peeled and grated
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 1 Carrot, grated
  • 1 Potato, diced
  • 1/2 head Green cabbage, shredded
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth, low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar, apple cider or red wine
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh dill, for garnish (optional)
  • Sour cream, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté onions and carrots until softened, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add grated beets and diced potatoes, cooking for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Mix in tomato paste, vinegar, and vegetable broth, combining well.
  4. Add shredded cabbage and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Simmer the mixture, bringing to a boil, then reducing heat to cook for about 30 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

Use fresh young beets for optimal sweetness. Adjust vinegar to taste and let the borscht sit before serving for flavors to deepen.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Eastern European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: borscht, beet soup, Eastern European recipes, vegetarian soup