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Green Borscht: Discover a Refreshing Recipe Today!

A refreshing and nutritious Green Borscht recipe made with vegetables and herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Eastern European
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large potato diced
  • 1 medium carrot grated
  • 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
  • 1 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sour cream for serving optional
  • Hard-boiled eggs for serving optional

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced potato and grated carrot to the pot, stirring to combine. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and water, bringing the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Add the chopped kale or spinach and fresh dill to the pot. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the greens are wilted.
  6. Stir in the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and sliced hard-boiled eggs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added protein, consider incorporating cooked chicken or beans into the soup.
  • Experiment with different greens like Swiss chard or arugula for a unique flavor twist.

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