Russian Green Borscht
Discover the refreshing and tangy flavors of **Russian Green Borscht**, a vibrant, nutrient-packed soup that celebrates the earthy taste of fresh sorrel leaves. This traditional Eastern European dish combines tender potatoes, sautéed vegetables, and a bright twist of sorrel for a springtime comfort food you'll love. Hard-boiled eggs add a satisfying protein boost, while fresh dill and parsley bring fragrant herbal notes to every spoonful. Served warm with a dollop of sour cream, this easy-to-make borscht is perfect for lunch or dinner and ready in just 45 minutes. Whether you're looking for a healthy homemade soup or exploring authentic Russian recipes, this green borscht is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 3 medium potatoes
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium onion
- 6 cups sorrel leaves
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
In a large pot, combine water and chicken or vegetable stock. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Peel and dice the potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they begin to soften.
Meanwhile, peel and grate the carrot, and finely chop the onion.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and grated carrot in a small amount of oil until softened and lightly golden, about 5 minutes.
Wash and roughly chop the sorrel leaves. Set them aside.
Once the potatoes are tender, add the sautéed onion and carrot mixture to the pot. Stir well.
Add the chopped sorrel leaves to the soup. Stir and let the soup simmer for 5-7 minutes. The sorrel will wilt and turn a darker green color.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper. Adjust to taste.
Hard-boil the eggs and peel them. Slice them into halves or quarters, and add to the soup just before serving.
Finely chop the fresh dill and parsley, and stir them into the soup for a burst of flavor and freshness.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm with a dollop of sour cream on top. Enjoy your comforting Russian Green Borscht!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.6 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.8 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 804 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 6267 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 187.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.8 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 71.1 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 872 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 33.5 mg | 186% | |
| Potassium | 7852 mg | 167% | |
*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.
