Cabbage Borsch

Warm, hearty, and brimming with flavor, this authentic Cabbage Borsch is a vibrant vegetarian soup that's as comforting as it is nutritious. Featuring earthy beets, sweet carrots, tender cabbage, and perfectly cooked potatoes, this Ukrainian-inspired dish gets its signature tangy depth from a splash of vinegar and a touch of tomato paste. Simmered in rich vegetable broth with fragrant garlic, bay leaves, and fresh dill, this ruby-red soup is a symphony of wholesome, garden-fresh ingredients. Ready in just over an hour, it's a perfect meal-prep option, yielding generous servings that only get better the next day. Serve it piping hot with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh dill for a cozy, satisfying dinner that's sure to impress. Don't forget to include this classic recipe in your rotation for healthy soups packed with bold flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium Beets
• 2 medium Carrots
• 1 large Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 small head Cabbage
• 3 medium Potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 8 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vinegar (white or apple cider)
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 1 cup Sour cream (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate the beets and carrots using a box grater. Finely chop the onion and garlic. Set aside.

Step 2

Roughly chop the cabbage into thin strips and peel and cube the potatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the grated beets and carrots to the pot and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, sugar, and vinegar. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Add the potatoes, cabbage, bay leaves, salt, and pepper.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves and stir in the fresh dill right before serving.

Step 10

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3511.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2303.1

Total Fat 84.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.8g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 8734.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.1g	0%
Total Sugars 88.7g
Protein 68.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 914.7mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 8891.9mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 55.8%