Dairy-Free Solyanka Soup

Savor the bold and hearty flavors of Dairy-Free Solyanka Soup, a delicious twist on the classic Russian dish that’s perfect for those seeking a dairy-free option. This rich, smoky soup combines tender chunks of smoked sausage and beef brisket with tangy pickles, briny olives, and vibrant capers in a savory tomato-infused broth. Finished with fresh dill and a squeeze of lemon, it’s a perfectly balanced meal that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. Ready in just an hour, this easy-to-make soup is ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or serving up something unique and satisfying to guests. Bursting with bold ingredients and free from dairy without compromising on taste, this Solyanka recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 200 grams Smoked sausage
• 200 grams Beef brisket
• 1 liter Chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 small Pickles
• 100 milliliters Pickle juice
• 50 grams Pitted black olives
• 2 tablespoons Capers
• 2 leaves Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Lemon
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Add both to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Cut the smoked sausage and beef brisket into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the pot and cook until they start to brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste until completely dissolved in the broth.

Step 6

Chop the pickles into thin slices. Add the pickles, pickle juice, olives, capers, and bay leaves to the pot.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper. Allow the soup to simmer for approximately 30 minutes to develop the flavors.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves. Squeeze the lemon juice into the soup for a tangy finish.

Step 9

Chop the fresh dill and garnish each serving with a sprinkle of dill for added freshness.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your dairy-free Solyanka soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2288.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1688.4

Total Fat 115.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 328mg	0%
Sodium 13180.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 108.9g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 484.4mg	0%
Iron 35.8mg	0%
Potassium 3256.6mg	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: 61.1%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 13.3%