Dairy-Free Solyanka

Dive into a bowl of comforting and flavor-packed Dairy-Free Solyanka, a vegan twist on the classic Russian soup. This hearty dish is a vibrant medley of bold, tangy, and smoky flavors, created by blending ingredients like dill pickles, black olives, vegan sausage, and a rich base of tomato paste and vegetable broth. Infused with smoked paprika and fresh dill, this dairy-free version captures the essence of traditional Solyanka, while keeping things plant-based and allergen-friendly. Ready in just 50 minutes, this soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or sharing with friends. Serve it piping hot with a squeeze of lemon for an irresistible burst of brightness. Healthy, satisfying, and packed with unique ingredients, this is comfort food at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 6 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Dill pickle, sliced
• 1 cup Mixed mushrooms, sliced
• 0.5 cup Black olives, sliced
• 2 links Vegan sausage, sliced
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 piece Lemon, juiced
• 0.25 cup Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the vegetables and stir well to coat them.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the sliced dill pickle, sliced mushrooms, and sliced black olives to the pot.

Step 7

Include the sliced vegan sausage, bay leaves, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves from the pot.

Step 10

Stir in the juice from half a lemon and adjust salt to taste if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Dairy-Free Solyanka.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2638.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1621.1

Total Fat 89.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9761.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.3g	0%
Total Sugars 47.3g
Protein 64.0g	0%

Vitamin D 17.5IU	0%
Calcium 562.8mg	0%
Iron 22.0mg	0%
Potassium 5493.9mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 37.7%