Chilled Cream of Beet Soup
Elevate your summer dining experience with this vibrant and refreshing Chilled Cream of Beet Soup. Made with earthy fresh beets simmered to perfection in savory vegetable broth, this creamy soup gets its luscious texture from Greek yogurt and a tangy twist from fresh lemon juice. A hint of ground cumin and a touch of garlic add depth, while dill and optional cucumber garnish bring a pop of freshness to every bite. Perfectly chilled and packed with nutrients, this gorgeous magenta soup is easy to prepare ahead, making it an ideal starter or light meal for warm-weather entertaining. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself, this soup delivers a delicious balance of creaminess, brightness, and earthy undertones.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium fresh beets
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 0.5 cup cucumber (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the beets under cold water to remove any dirt. Trim the tops and roots off the beets, but do not peel them.
Place the beets in a medium-sized pot. Cover them with vegetable broth, and set the pot over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 35–45 minutes, or until the beets are fork-tender.
Once cooked, remove the beets from the pot and let them cool until they're safe to handle. Reserve the cooking liquid.
Rub the skins off the beets using a paper towel or your hands. They should slip off easily. Chop the cooked beets into chunks.
In a blender, combine the chopped beets, reserved cooking liquid (about 3 cups), Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Transfer the soup to a container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
Before serving, stir the soup to ensure it is evenly mixed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh dill and diced cucumber, if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, tangy, and earthy beet soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.0 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 4518 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.1 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.0 g | ||
| Protein | 42.7 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3975 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
