Scandinavian Rhubarb Soup with Vanilla
Experience the delicate harmony of tangy and sweet in this Scandinavian Rhubarb Soup with Vanilla, a traditional Nordic dessert perfect for any season. This beautifully simple recipe highlights the natural tartness of rhubarb, simmered to perfection and balanced by the warmth of fresh vanilla seeds. Thickened to a silky consistency with potato or cornstarch, the soup delivers a velvety texture that's irresistibly comforting. Serve it warm for a cozy treat or chilled as a refreshing summer dessert, optionally adorned with a sprig of fresh mint for a pop of color and elegance. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy rhubarb soup is a sophisticated yet approachable way to indulge in Scandinavian flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams rhubarb stalks
- 1000 milliliters water
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 1 vanilla pod
- 2 tablespoons potato starch (or cornstarch)
- 50 milliliters cold water
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the rhubarb stalks thoroughly, remove any rough ends, and chop them into small, even pieces (around 2 cm each).
In a medium-sized pot, combine the chopped rhubarb and 1000 milliliters of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once the mixture starts to boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until the rhubarb softens and begins to break apart.
Slice the vanilla pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with the back of a knife. Add both the seeds and the pod to the pot.
Stir in the granulated sugar, tasting and adjusting the sweetness if necessary. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
In a small bowl, mix the potato starch (or cornstarch) with 50 milliliters of cold water until smooth. Gradually pour the starch mixture into the rhubarb soup while stirring constantly.
Continue cooking the soup for 1-2 minutes, or until it thickens to a light, velvety consistency. Remove the vanilla pod and discard it.
Let the soup cool slightly before serving. You can serve it warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Optional: Garnish each serving with a fresh mint leaf for a pop of color and added aroma.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.4 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 510 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1457 mg | 31% | |
*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.
