Polish Summer Barshch Borscht
Beat the summer heat with this vibrant and refreshing Polish Summer Barshch Borscht, a chilled beet soup bursting with flavor and nutrition. Made with fresh beets simmered in vegetable broth and blended into a silky base, this traditional dish is elevated with tangy plain yogurt, crisp cucumber, and fragrant fresh dill. A hint of garlic, green onion, and white vinegar brings a tantalizing depth, while optional boiled eggs add a touch of heartiness. Perfect for hot days, this easy-to-make soup is served cold, delivering a beautifully balanced combination of earthy sweetness and zesty freshness. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or looking for a light yet satisfying meal, this borscht recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh beets
- 500 milliliters Vegetable broth
- 250 milliliters Plain yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 pieces Boiled eggs (optional)
Instructions
Wash and peel the beets, then dice them into small chunks for faster cooking.
Place the diced beets in a pot with the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the beets are tender.
Remove the pot from heat and allow the beet mixture to cool to room temperature. Then, blend the mixture until smooth using a blender or immersion blender.
Stir in the yogurt until well combined. Add the vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper, adjusting the seasonings to taste.
Finely chop the cucumber, dill, and green onions. Mince the garlic clove. Stir these into the soup base.
Chill the soup in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to develop the flavors.
Serve cold in bowls, optionally garnished with slices of boiled egg and an extra sprinkle of fresh dill.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.6 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 99 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 959 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 932 mg | 20% | |
*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.
