CLEAR SUMMER BORSCHT
Borscht, an Eastern European beet soup, carries with it strong associations of dark, ceaseless Russian winters. But this glistening borscht is meant to be served cold, at the height of summer. Light, lemony and infused with garlic, the soup is utterly refreshing, even thirst-quenching. If you enrich it with yogurt, the color will be dark pink. If you don't, it will be a clear, dark red.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine the beets, water, and 1 teaspoon salt in a soup pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Add the lemon juice, remaining salt, and sugar and continue to simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and add the garlic.
- Allow to cool, then cover and chill (you can speed this process by transferring the soup to a bowl and placing the bowl in an ice bath). Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove the garlic cloves.
- Place 2 tablespoons yogurt, if desired, into the center of chilled soup bowls. Ladle in the soup. Garnish with diced cucumber and minced dill or chives.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 82, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 905 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams
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yosef frehiwot
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of beets, but this soup was still delicious! The other vegetables really balanced out the flavor.
Jeremy Lalsingh
[email protected]This borscht is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.
Anu Rai
[email protected]I love the vibrant color of this soup! It's so inviting.
Mark Billionz
[email protected]This soup is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day.
Yejin Yang
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to enjoy fresh summer vegetables.
Mike Fugate
[email protected]This is the best borscht I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is so refreshing.
Iftakharul Islam
[email protected]I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.
Syed Muhammad yasir
[email protected]This borscht is a keeper! It's going to be a regular in my summer meal rotation.
Never Ndemera
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to use up fresh summer vegetables.
Raqeeb Rauff Rauff
[email protected]This soup is perfect for summer! It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.
Oluwatimileyin Adedoyin
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of borscht, but this recipe changed my mind! The clear broth and the fresh vegetables made this soup light and refreshing.
Janeth Sinarillos
[email protected]This borscht was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! I will definitely be making it again.
Ragini devi Modanwal
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation.
Ch Tauqeer
[email protected]This clear summer borscht was a refreshing and flavorful dish! The combination of vegetables and herbs created a light and tangy soup that was perfect for a hot summer day.