Dairy-Free Okroshka

Discover the refreshing twist of Dairy-Free Okroshka, a modern take on the classic Russian cold soup that’s perfect for warm weather. Vibrant and packed with fresh vegetables like cucumbers, radishes, and potatoes, this light yet satisfying dish swaps the traditional dairy for a zesty broth made with water, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and mustard. Tender chunks of cooked chicken breast, hard-boiled eggs, and vibrant herbs like dill and parsley elevate every bite with hearty protein and bright, aromatic flavors. Ready in under an hour, this chilled soup offers a perfect balance of tanginess and crunch, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or summer dinner. Serve it straight from the fridge and garnish with extra herbs for a truly refreshing culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Cucumbers
• 6 medium Radishes
• 4 stalks Green onions
• 0.5 cup Dill
• 0.25 cup Parsley
• 200 grams Cooked chicken breast
• 3 large Hard-boiled eggs
• 2 medium Potatoes
• 4 cups Water
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Mustard
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing all fresh vegetables and herbs thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Peel and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Place them in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 10 minutes until tender, then drain and let cool.

Step 3

Cut the cucumbers and radishes into small dice and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the green onions, dill, and parsley. Add them to the bowl with the cucumbers and radishes.

Step 5

Dice the cooked chicken breast and add it to the vegetable mixture.

Step 6

Peel and dice the hard-boiled eggs, adding them to the other ingredients.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are cooled, add them to the mixing bowl.

Step 8

In a separate container, prepare the soup base by combining the water, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well.

Step 9

Pour the liquid mixture over the vegetable and chicken mix, stirring gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Chill the okroshka in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow flavors to meld.

Step 12

Serve cold, garnishing with additional fresh dill or parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2390.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1067.5

Total Fat 23.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 775.8mg	0%
Sodium 3740.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 95.8g	0%

Vitamin D 150IU	0%
Calcium 395.2mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3541.8mg	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: 19.9%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 44.3%