Best 5 Quick And Easy Borscht Recipes

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Borscht is a vibrant and flavorful soup that has been enjoyed in Eastern Europe and Russia for centuries. This classic dish is typically made with beets, cabbage, carrots, and onions, simmered in a rich broth. The result is a hearty and delicious soup that can be served hot or cold. There are many variations of borscht, each with unique flavor profiles and cooking techniques. From the classic Ukrainian borscht with its sweet and sour flavors to the hearty Polish version featuring kielbasa and potatoes, there's a borscht recipe to suit every taste. Whether you're looking for a traditional or modern take on this iconic soup, you're sure to find the perfect recipe in this collection. Dive in and explore the diverse world of borscht, and discover the culinary treasures that await!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BEET BORSCHT



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My mother used to make this hearty soup from her garden's bountiful crop of beets and other vegetables. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups shredded fresh beets
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup chopped onion
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
1 cup shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional: Sour cream and chopped chives or fresh dill sprigs

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the beets, carrots, onion, water and salt to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add broth, cabbage and butter; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Just before serving, stir in lemon juice. If desired, top each serving with sour cream and chives or dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 375mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BORSCHT RECIPE (BEET SOUP)



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Beets give this vegetable soup an earthy sweetness, while a dash of lemon juice and zest provide contrasting sour notes.

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Soup

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 red beets (½ inch diced (approx 1 ½ pounds))
2 carrots (½ inch diced)
1 large russet potato (peeled and ½ inch diced)
½ small green cabbage (shaved)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
4 cups vegetable broth
4 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons dill (fresh, minced)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (fresh)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 bay leaf
kosher salt (to taste)
black pepper (to taste)
sour cream (optional, for serving)

Steps:

  • Add olive oil to a soup pot and set over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot add in the beets, carrots, potatoes, and cabbage. Stir to combine.
  • Cook for 10 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.
  • Add in the garlic and saute for 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  • Pour in the beef and the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the beets and carrots are tender.
  • Discard bay leaf. Stir in the fresh dill, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Taste and season with the desired amount of kosher salt and black pepper.
  • Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 991 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

QUICK AND EASY BORSCHT



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I don't know that this is an authentic version, since it uses such handy ingredients, but it gets points from me for being quick and easy. Plus I like the way it tastes. You can serve this warm or chilled.

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Vegan

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups finely shredded cabbage (you can use coleslaw mix)
1 cup vegetable broth (beef broth ok)
1 (15 ounce) can great northern beans or 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can sliced beets (undrained)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 large onion, sliced (rings separated)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried dill (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
6 fresh dill sprigs (for garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, mix together all ingredients except sour cream and dill sprigs.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer 18-20 minutes.
  • Serve garnished with sour cream and dill sprigs.

EASY HOMEMADE BORSCHT RECIPE



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Borscht is a beet-based soup that I grew up eating throughout the year, but especially on Ukrainian Christmas Eve. This Homemade Borscht Recipe is the easiest and quickest ever - ready in under 15 minutes! Listen to me explain briefly about how to make this quick and delicious soup, with some great tips along the way, by clicking the play button below: [sc name="borschtrotd"][/sc]

Provided by Christine Pittman

Categories     Entrée

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups low or no-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
2 Tbsp. neutral oil (like vegetable or grape seed)
1 medium potato
1 cup carrot matchsticks
1 small onion
½ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. coarse black pepper
1 cup frozen green peas
1 cup frozen cut green beans
2 big handfuls of fresh dill
2 (15 oz.) cans "original cut" beets
2 tsp. white vinegar
6 Tbsp. whipping cream or sour cream to serve

Steps:

  • Measure the broth into a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave it for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Chop the potato into a small (¼ inch) dice. Add it to the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high. Stir and then cover the pot.
  • Roughly chop the carrot matchsticks. Add them to the pot. Stir and cover.
  • Chop the onion. Add it to the pot. Stir and cover.
  • When the broth is done heating, add it to the pot along with the salt and pepper.
  • Increase heat to high, cover and let it come to a simmer. Reduce heat to a moderate simmer.
  • While the broth is simmering in the pot, put the frozen peas and beans in the microwave-safe bowl and heat until defrosted and warm, about 2 minutes.
  • While the peas and beans heat, chop the dill. Add half of it to the pot of soup. Put the rest aside for now.
  • Put a colander over a bowl and pour in the cans of beets. You need the liquid so do not discard it.
  • Put the drained beets into a food processor and process until they're in small pieces.
  • When the potatoes in the pot are tender add the vinegar, the beets, and the beet liquid and the heated peas and beans. Heat on high until simmering.
  • Stir in the remaining dill. Taste and add more vinegar and black pepper as needed.
  • Serve with either whipping cream or sour cream on the side for people to add to their bowls of soup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Sugar 6.2 g, Sodium 1002.5 mg, Fat 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 48.2 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 11.1 g, Cholesterol 19 mg

QUICK BORSCHT



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This recipe is my adaptation of the author's mother's recipe for a quick vegetarian borscht from "Please to the Table". The recipe can be made vegetarian by using all vegetable broth instead of the combination of beef and vegetable broths that I use, and if you go a little further and use all vegetable oil, instead of butter and oil, it should be vegan. It's currently a favorite of mine, and I'm putting it here for safekeeping. It does come together pretty quickly, especially compared to more traditional recipes for borscht, which can be quite time consuming. According to your texture preferences, you may either peel the vegetables or not; you may also use a mixture of sweet and hot paprika. I usually serve the soup with a dollop of either light sour cream or plain lowfat greek yogurt.

Provided by Targetgirl

Categories     European

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
1 celery rib, diced
4 garlic cloves
1 small tart apple, diced
2 medium potatoes, diced
1 (14 ounce) bag coleslaw mix
1 (14 ounce) can beets
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons paprika
2 bay leaves
4 cups beef broth
1 vegetable stock cube
2 cups water
salt & pepper
1/2 teaspoon sugar (or more or less, to taste)
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot then add the butter.
  • When butter stops sizzling, add the onion, carrots and celery to the pot and sweat them for 3-5 minutes; then add garlic, apple, potatoes and coleslaw mix. Stir to combine and let saute for another 2-5 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste and paprika to the vegetables, and cook for a couple minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add beets, bay leaves, beef broth vegetable stock cube and water. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour, or until vegetables are tender. Stir in the sugar and lemon juice, and adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1, Fat 5.5, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 698.2, Carbohydrate 37.1, Fiber 8, Sugar 16, Protein 7

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your borscht. Look for beets that are firm and have a deep red color. You can also use pre-cooked beets, but fresh beets will give you the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the beets: Beets should be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy. Overcooked beets will lose their flavor and color.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Borscht is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. You can add any vegetables you like, such as carrots, potatoes, onions, cabbage, and celery.
  • Add some meat or fish: If you like, you can add some meat or fish to your borscht. This will make it a more hearty and filling meal. Popular options include beef, pork, chicken, and salmon.
  • Season to taste: Borscht should be seasoned to taste with salt, pepper, and other spices. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt to each bowl.

Conclusion:

Borscht is a delicious and nutritious soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a very versatile soup, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. With a little planning, you can have a delicious bowl of borscht on the table in no time.

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