Summer kefirnik

10 servings

15 minutes

Summer kefirnik is a refreshing dish of Russian cuisine, perfect for hot days. Its roots trace back to the traditions of simple and light summer soups that nourish without overwhelming the body. The base is kefir mixed with mineral water, creating a delicate sour milk flavor. Added cucumbers and radishes provide freshness and a crunchy texture, while walnuts add a light nutty note. Garlic and spices enhance the flavor's expressiveness, and herbs give it aromatic completeness. A drop of refined oil adds sophistication. Summer kefirnik is served chilled; it refreshes, quenches thirst, and satisfies while remaining light. This soup is a true summer find that recalls the traditions of village cuisine when simple yet delicious dishes were desired on hot days.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 115
• Proteins: 4.1g
• Fats: 8.8g
• Carbohydrates: 5.4g

Ingredients

• Kefir: 600 ml
• Still mineral water: 400 ml
• Walnuts: 100 g
• Cucumbers: 4 pc
• Radish: 6 pc
• Parsley: to taste
• Dill: to taste
• Refined oil: 1 tsp
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Spices: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Mix kefir and water in a deep dish or directly in a soup bowl. The water can simply be boiled.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir: 600 ml
   • Still mineral water: 400 ml

2. Add diced cucumbers and radishes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 4 pieces
   • Radish: 6 pieces

3. Crush the walnuts coarsely and add them, then chop the garlic finely and add it.

   Required ingredients:

   • Walnuts: 100 g
   • Garlic: 2 cloves

4. Add spices to taste. Best to just use salt))

   Required ingredients:

   • Spices:  to taste

5. Add a drop of refined oil for an interesting scent.

   Required ingredients:

   • Refined oil: 1 teaspoon

6. Chop the greens finely by hand and add them to the soup.

   Required ingredients:

   • Parsley:  to taste
   • Dill:  to taste