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Easy Crockpot Borscht

Cozy Up with Easy Crockpot Borscht for a Hearty Delight

Enjoy a bowl of Easy Crockpot Borscht, a vibrant beet soup perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Eastern European
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable or coconut oil.
  • 1 Onion Yellow onions preferred.
  • 1-2 Celery Optional.
  • 2-3 Carrots Parsnips can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns Freshly cracked for best flavor.
  • 1 can Chopped Tomatoes Can swap for fresh if in season.
For the Heartiness
  • 2-3 Beets Pre-cooked beets save on prep time.
  • 2 Potatoes Russet or Yukon Gold recommended.
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock Chicken stock can be used as an option.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with apple cider vinegar.
  • 1-2 cups Cabbage Shredded.
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Can substitute with parsley.

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Directions
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots, stirring for 5-7 minutes until they soften.
  2. Add minced garlic, salt, and black peppercorns. Cook for an additional minute.
  3. Transfer the sautéed mixture to the crockpot. Stir in chopped tomatoes, beets, and potatoes along with vegetable stock.
  4. Cover and set the crockpot to low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
  5. Stir in shredded cabbage and red wine vinegar. Cook on high for an additional 20-30 minutes.
  6. Serve with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with fresh dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For a creamier texture, puree part of the borscht with an immersion blender before serving.

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