Cold Beetroot Summer Soup

The history of this unique dish dates back to the times of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the medieval state that at its greatest territorial extent in the…

  • CuisineLithuanian
  • Prep20 min
  • Cook10 min
  • Total30 min
  • Makes4 servings

Cold Beetroot Summer Soup
Estimate: ~280 kcal per serving

Cold Beetroot Summer Soup

1. Prepare: Combine the grated boiled beetroot, finely diced mortadella, grated horseradish, and grated cucumber. Add the chopped spring onions, dill, and parsley.
2. Season: Mix everything together with a touch of salt, pepper, a tablespoon of mustard, and a tablespoon of white vinegar.
3. Serve: Pour the mixture into bowls, add the chilled kefir, and top each serving with a halved or chopped boiled egg. Enjoy cold!

Cold Beetroot Summer Soup

History & Origins

The history of this unique dish dates back to the times of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the medieval state that at its greatest territorial extent in the 15th century stretched from the Baltic Sea to the Black Sea, encompassing what is now modern Lithuania, Belarus, much of Ukraine and parts of Poland and Russia.

Cold Beetroot Summer Soup

The story behind the dish

The history of this unique dish dates back to the times of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, the medieval state that at its greatest territorial extent in the 15th century stretched from the Baltic Sea to the Black Sea, encompassing what is now modern Lithuania, Belarus, much of Ukraine and parts of Poland and Russia.

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