Cold Beet and Cucumber Soup Recipe

Name: Cold Beet and Cucumber Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 medium beets, trimmed; 3 to 4 scallions, chopped; 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped; 1 teaspoon grated fresh horseradish; 1 tablespoon wine vinegar; 1 cup beet juice; 1 cup chicken broth; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 cup sour cream; Handful fresh dill sprigs

Servings: persons

4 medium beets, trimmed
3 to 4 scallions, chopped
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped
1 teaspoon grated fresh horseradish
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
1 cup beet juice
1 cup chicken broth
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup sour cream
Handful fresh dill sprigs

1
Cook beets in large pot of boiling water until very tender and knife pierces through to the center easily, about 50 minutes.
2
Drain beets; cool slightly.
3
Peel and coarsely chop.
4
Transfer beets, scallions, cucumbers, horseradish, and wine vinegar to food processor.
5
Add some of the liquids to blend.
6
Puree, but not too fine.
7
Thin to desired consistency with beet juice and broth.
8
Transfer to bowl, season, and chill several hours.
9
Check seasoning before serving.
10
Pour into individual bowls and garnish with spoonful of sour cream and sprinkling of dill.
11
Can be made up to 3 days in advance, covered, chilled.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 medium beets, trimmed, 3 to 4 scallions, chopped, 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped, 1 teaspoon grated fresh horseradish, and more.

Yes, Cold Beet and Cucumber Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cold Beet and Cucumber Soup

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