BEET-AND-GINGER SOUP WITH CUCUMBER
Provided by Amanda Hesser
Categories soups and stews, appetizer
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Place the beets in a bowl and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of oil and season with salt. Toss to coat. Place the beets on half of a large sheet of aluminum foil and fold over to make a pouch. Seal tightly. Place in the oven and roast until a fork easily pierces the beets, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool. Peel off skin and cut beets in quarters.
- In a soup pot, warm the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the leek and cook until it begins to soften, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger; cook 2 minutes more. Season lightly with salt. Add the beets, chicken broth and 3 cups of water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
- Transfer the soup in batches to a food processor and process until smooth. Then return the soup to the pot and place over medium heat. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, the lemon juice to taste and more ginger if you wish. Just before serving (the soup should not be served too hot; it could even be served chilled or at room temperature), add the cucumber to the soup and stir. Then ladle into bowls and serve immediately. You may serve this with a dollop of crème fraîche.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 252, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1010 milligrams, Sugar 16 grams
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Roshana Jonkerman
r_jonkerman@hotmail.co.ukI wouldn't recommend this soup to others. There are better recipes out there.
Mrahmad Zohaib
z-mrahmad83@yahoo.comThis soup didn't turn out well for me. The flavors didn't meld well together.
Anees Azam
a.a@hotmail.comThis soup was very time-consuming to make. It took me over an hour to prepare and cook.
Abdulkareem Samoon
abdulkareem19@hotmail.co.ukThis soup was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Hania Shahzaib
s.hania@hotmail.frI found this soup to be a bit bland. I added some extra ginger and garlic to taste.
JTLP_12_YT
jtlp_12_yt@gmail.comThis soup is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.
Chad Hutson
chad.hutson@hotmail.comI love that this soup is vegan and gluten-free. It's a great option for people with dietary restrictions.
Brian opondo
ob@gmail.comThis soup is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day.
Michele Cooper
m-cooper81@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of ginger, but I didn't find it to be overpowering in this soup. The other flavors really balanced it out.
Michael Hicho
h.michael@hotmail.comThis soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very filling and satisfying.
Naledi Nleya
nleya.naledi@yahoo.comI love the vibrant color of this soup. It's a real showstopper!
Asia Majid
m_asia58@gmail.comThis soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with nutrients and antioxidants.
nalaree1
nalaree165@gmail.comI wasn't sure how I would like this soup, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors are very well-balanced and the soup is very refreshing.
atulray Atyle
atulraya@gmail.comThis soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing and it's a really unique dish.
Bk Brand
bk-b@gmail.comI love that this soup is both healthy and delicious. It's a great meal to have on hand for busy weeknights.
Arafah Pharaoh
pharaoh.a97@yahoo.comThis soup is a great way to use up leftover beets. I had some roasted beets in the fridge and this soup was the perfect way to use them up.
Sadu Rajapaksha
r_s21@gmail.comI made this soup for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation.
Kiinza Butt
bkiinza73@gmail.comThis soup is so beautiful and flavorful. I love the pop of color from the beets and cucumber. It's also very healthy and filling.
Manisha Bk
bk_m@hotmail.frI've never been a big fan of beets, but this soup changed my mind. The ginger and cucumber really balance out the earthy flavor of the beets. I'll definitely be making this soup again.
david chladek
chladek.d@yahoo.comThis soup was a hit with my family! The combination of earthy beets, zesty ginger, and cool cucumber was refreshing and delicious. The soup was also very easy to make, and I love that it's a healthy and nutritious meal.