Lithuanian Cold Borscht

6 servings

30 minutes

Lithuanian cold borscht is a bright and refreshing dish of Lithuanian cuisine, perfect for summer heat. Its history roots in the traditions of Eastern European cold soups where beets provide a rich color and kefir adds lightness and tanginess. Crunchy cucumbers, fragrant dill, and green onions enhance its freshness while boiled eggs add nourishment. This borscht is served chilled to intensify the flavor and create a tender, velvety texture. It pairs wonderfully with boiled potatoes, creating an ideal balance of lightness and heartiness. It's not just a soup but a true gastronomic delight that awakens the appetite and leaves a pleasant aftertaste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 231.7
• Proteins: 12.2g
• Fats: 12.4g
• Carbohydrates: 18.2g

Ingredients

• Beet: 3 pc
• Chicken egg: 4 pc
• Cucumbers: 2 pc
• Green onions: 1 bunch
• Dill: 1 bunch
• Sour cream: 4 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

Cooking steps

1. We take the beet, boil it, and let it cool.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 3 pieces

2. Then we clean it and grate it on a coarse grater into the pot. We also add peeled and diced eggs here.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beet: 3 pieces
   • Chicken egg: 4 pieces

3. Then we also dice the cucumbers and add them to the pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cucumbers: 2 pieces

4. Finely chop the herbs, dill and onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Green onions: 1 bunch
   • Dill: 1 bunch

5. Add 3-4 tablespoons of sour cream and season with salt to taste. Mix everything well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 4 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste

6. Then we add kefir and a little cooled boiled water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Kefir 3.2%: 1 l

7. Place in the refrigerator for about an hour to cool and enhance the flavor. Serve cold.