Vegetarian Borscht

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A rustic and hearty Eastern European classic vegetarian borscht originating from Ukraine with beets, potatoes, and lentils. A wholesome soup for vegetarian diets and gentle on the budget, too. Serve with sour cream and fresh dill.

By Allrecipes Member
Published on April 4, 2019
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

  • 2 small beets, peeled and coarsely grated

  • 3 tablespoons vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

  • 1 onion, chopped

  • 2 carrot, coarsely grated

  • 8 cups water

  • ¼ medium head cabbage, shredded

  • ¾ cup dry yellow lentils

  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 2 tablespoons sour cream, or more to taste

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Directions

  1. Combine beets and vinegar in a small frying pan over low heat. Cook, while stirring, until soft, about 15 minutes.

  2. Heat oil in a large frying pan over low heat while beets are cooking. Add onion and stir for 2 minutes. Add carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes. Set aside.

  3. Bring water to a simmer in a large saucepan. Add cabbage and lentils; cook for 10 minutes. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes more. Stir in cooked beets and onion-carrot mixture. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Add tomato paste and simmer until all vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes more. Serve with sour cream and dill.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264 Calories
6g Fat
44g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g 8%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 135mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 44g 16%
Dietary Fiber 13g 46%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 79mg 6%
Iron 3mg 19%
Potassium 1020mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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