COLD CHERRY BORSCHT
Because this looks so much like a beet borscht, I decided to call it a cherry borscht. Cherries are a terrific source of two phytochemicals, quercetin and ellagic acid, that may have antioxidant as well as anti-inflammatory properties. The anthocyanins that give the fruit its red color are thought to have anti-inflammatory properties as well. It's worth noting that the Environmental Working Group found a great number of pesticide residues on conventionally grown cherries, so seek out cherries that are grown locally by small farmers.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, weekday, soups and stews, appetizer
Time 20m
Yield Serves six to eight
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Set aside 18 cherries. Pit the remaining cherries, holding them over a bowl to catch the juices. Place the pitted cherries in the bowl with the juices, and place the pits in a small saucepan. Add 1 cup of the water, the rose geranium sprig, the sugar and the lemon zest. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes. Strain the liquid in the saucepan into the bowl with the pitted cherries. Discard the pits.
- Transfer the cherries and liquid to a large saucepan and bring to a simmer. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Working in batches and covering the blender top with a kitchen towel to avoid hot splashes, puree the soup, about 1 1/2 cups at a time. Strain through a medium strainer into a bowl, pushing the soup through with the back of a ladle or with a rubber spatula. Stir in the almond extract, a pinch of salt and the lemon juice. Chill the soup by placing the bowl in a larger bowl of ice water, or refrigerate.
- When the soup has chilled, whisk in the yogurt. Taste and add more lemon juice if desired.
- Serve garnished with the cherries you set aside.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 136, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 69 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams
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Omar Moussa
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Lisa Aldana
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The soup is so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.
Taurean Myers
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the sweet and sour flavors. It's also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Maria Caridad Sigaran
[email protected]This was my first time making cold cherry borscht, and it turned out great! The soup was flavorful and refreshing. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs and fresh dill. I will definitely be making this again.
Larry Mendoza
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Pelasio Tamanikoula
[email protected]This is a great recipe! The soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The soup is always a beautiful pink color and has a wonderful flavor. I highly recommend it.
Chandria Clayton
[email protected]I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The soup is so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.
Douglas Wanyonyi
[email protected]This soup is delicious! I love the sweet and sour flavors. It's also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.
Jitender Gill
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The soup is so flavorful and refreshing. I love the combination of cherries, beets, and kefir. It's a great way to use up fresh cherries in the summer.
Chanaka Madhushan
[email protected]This soup is amazing! I made it for a party and everyone loved it. It's so light and refreshing, and the flavors are perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Olaoye Zainab
[email protected]This was my first time making cold cherry borscht, and it turned out great! The soup was flavorful and refreshing. I especially liked the addition of the hard-boiled eggs and fresh dill. I will definitely be making this again.
Jahanzaib Ali8011
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my family and friends. The soup is always a beautiful pink color and has a wonderful flavor. I highly recommend it.
Anne Schwarz
[email protected]This cold cherry borscht was a delightful surprise! The combination of sweet cherries, tart beets, and savory kefir created a refreshing and flavorful soup. I especially enjoyed the hint of dill and garlic. It was a perfect light meal for a hot summe