A Better Borscht Beet Soup

Brighten your table with “A Better Borscht Beet Soup,” a vibrant and comforting take on the classic Eastern European dish. This hearty, ruby-red soup features earthy beets, tender carrots and potatoes, and crisp green cabbage, all simmered in a rich vegetable stock and infused with aromatic garlic and a touch of tangy tomato paste. The fresh squeeze of lemon juice and a garnish of fragrant dill add a bold, zesty finish that perfectly complements its depth of flavor. Ready in just an hour, this healthy, vegetarian-friendly recipe is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a meal prep staple. Serve it hot with a dollop of sour cream for extra creaminess, and savor its balance of richness and refreshment in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium beets
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium potatoes
• 1 large yellow onion
• 2 cups green cabbage
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 6 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 0 sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and peel the beets, carrots, and potatoes. Cut the beets into matchsticks, dice the potatoes, and slice the carrots into rounds.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and shred the cabbage. Mince the garlic.

Step 3

In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the beets and carrots to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes to soften slightly.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes to incorporate the flavor.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the soup to a gentle boil.

Step 8

Add the diced potatoes, cabbage, salt, and black pepper. Lower the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed. Let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2682.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1574.0

Total Fat 47.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.3g
Cholesterol 15mg	0%
Sodium 6572.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.8g	0%
Total Sugars 70.9g
Protein 48.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 531.2mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 7148.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.0%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 62.1%