Green Borscht (Ukrainian sorrel/spinach soup)
Green Borscht, a beloved Ukrainian sorrel soup, is a delightful blend of vibrant greens and hearty vegetables. This refreshing dish is perfect for any occasion—served hot during chilly evenings or chilled in the summer heat. The unique tang of sorrel combined with fresh dill creates a flavorful experience that’s both comforting and nourishing. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals, this nutritious soup is an ideal addition to your weekly meal plan. Easy to prepare and versatile, Green Borscht can be enjoyed alone or paired with crusty bread and garnished with sour cream and hard-boiled eggs. Try this recipe today for a taste of traditional Eastern European cuisine!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium potatoes
- 1 large carrot
- 1 small onion
- 10 sorrel leaves (or spinach + lemon)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 bay leaves
- ¼ teaspoon salt (by taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (for serving)
- 1 tablespoon ghee butter (or olive oil)
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 teaspoons 'Better than bouillon' (vegetables flavor)
- 1 tablespoon sour cream (for serving)
- ½ hard boiled egg (for serving)
Instructions
- Cube potatoes and carrots, and dice the onion.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt ghee butter. Sauté onions until translucent, then add carrots and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Add filtered water, cubed potatoes, bay leaves, and bouillon base. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for about 20 minutes until tender.
- Stir in chopped sorrel and dill; cover the pot again and let it rest for at least 10 minutes.
- Serve hot or cold, garnished with sour cream and halved hard-boiled eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 62mg