Cabbage Borscht
A hearty, comforting soup that's packed with flavor and perfect for cold weather. This traditional Eastern European dish is made with cabbage, beets, and a rich tomato broth.
Ingredients - Serves 6
- Sour cream - For serving
- Dill - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Bay leaf - 1
- Vegetable broth - 6 cups
- Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
- Carrots - 2, peeled and grated
- Beets - 3 large, peeled and grated
- Cabbage - 1/2 head, chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Onion - 1 large, chopped
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cabbage, beets, and carrots and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Add the vegetable broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Stir in the dill and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve the soup hot, with a dollop of sour cream on top.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Soup
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 1g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 10g
