Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Easy Beet Soup Recipe, a delightful blend of earthy beets, zesty lemon, and warm ginger. This stunningly colorful soup is not only simple to prepare but also perfect for cozy nights or gatherings. With its rich aroma filling your kitchen, each spoonful offers a comforting experience that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh beets, peeled and chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt for garnish
Instructions
- Wear gloves while peeling and chopping beets into small cubes. Dice onion and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic and ginger until fragrant.
- Incorporate chopped beets and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes until beets are tender.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth or transfer to a regular blender in batches.
- Return soup to low heat, stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Ladle soup into bowls and top with sour cream or Greek yogurt. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg