Pink and Purple Borscht Recipe

Name: Pink and Purple Borscht
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil (or Olive Oil); 1 Yellow Onion, Diced; 5 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 teaspoon Caraway Seeds; 1 Tablespoon Dried Thyme; 2 Tablespoons Spicy Mustard; 1/4 cups Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Salt, Or To Taste; 2 cups Grated Beets; 2 cups Grated Carrots; 8 cups Vegetable Broth; 1 cup Dried Green Lentils, Soaked Overnight Then Drained; 4 cups Shredded Purple Cabbage; 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar; Black Pepper To Taste

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil (or Olive Oil)
1 Yellow Onion, Diced
5 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 teaspoon Caraway Seeds
1 Tablespoon Dried Thyme
2 Tablespoons Spicy Mustard
1/4 cups Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon Salt, Or To Taste
2 cups Grated Beets
2 cups Grated Carrots
8 cups Vegetable Broth
1 cup Dried Green Lentils, Soaked Overnight Then Drained
4 cups Shredded Purple Cabbage
1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
Black Pepper To Taste

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Heat oil in a large pot on medium-low heat and add diced onions.
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Saute for 10 minutes, or until onions are translucent.
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Add the garlic and cook about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
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Add the caraway seeds, thyme, mustard, tomato paste, and salt.
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Stir until combined then add the beets and carrots.
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Add the vegetable broth and lentils and turn the heat up to high.
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Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
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Add the cabbage and apple cider vinegar and cook another 10-15 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
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Add black pepper and more salt (if necessary), to taste.
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Serve warm with crusty bread.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil (or Olive Oil), 1 Yellow Onion, Diced, 5 cloves Garlic, Minced, 1 teaspoon Caraway Seeds, and more.

Yes, Pink and Purple Borscht 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pink and Purple Borscht

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Variations & substitutions

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