Lenten borscht

Cookinero 21 Mar 2025

Lent is not the time to give up tasty and healthy soups. The recipe for Lenten borscht will help you out. It is important to choose high-quality and fresh vegetables for this soup. If you want to make the borscht more filling, add some beans. In this case, the cooking time will increase significantly. Serve the soup with croutons.

How to cook Lenten borscht

Step 1

Lenten borscht

Chop the cabbage and onion, grate the beets and carrots on a coarse grater.

Step 2

Lenten borscht

Put a pot of water on the fire. While it is boiling, cut the potatoes into strips or cubes and send them to boil.

Step 3

Lenten borscht

Pour a tablespoon of vegetable oil into the frying pan and heat it up. Then add the beets and onions.

Step 4

Lenten borscht

Add cabbage to the onion and beetroot, reduce the heat under the pan to low and fry the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly with a spatula or spoon.

Step 5

Lenten borscht

Pour tomato paste over the vegetables, stir and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Lenten borscht

Place the vegetables from the frying pan into the pot with the potatoes and cook the soup over low heat for another 20 minutes.

Step 7

Lenten borscht

5 minutes before it is ready, add salt to the soup, seasonings to your taste and sprinkle with herbs (you can finely chop fresh or use dried ones). Let the borscht soak in the spices, then pour into bowls and enjoy the taste.

Lenten borscht - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use canned beets as a time-saving alternative. Drain and rinse them before adding to the pan, but reduce cooking time slightly since they are already soft.
Store the borscht in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in a microwave before serving.
Absolutely! Simply sauté the vegetables in a few tablespoons of vegetable broth or water instead of oil for a lighter version.
Substitute tomato paste with 1/4 cup of tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes, adjusting the consistency as needed by simmering longer.
Boost flavor by adding a bay leaf, a pinch of sugar, or a splash of vinegar to balance the sweetness of the beets.
Yes, freeze the borscht in portion-sized containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stovetop, stirring well.
Serve with crusty rye bread, garlic toast, or a simple cucumber salad for a satisfying meal.
Yes! White beans or sautéed mushrooms make excellent protein-rich additions. Add them in Step 6 to simmer with the soup.
To reduce carbs, omit the potatoes and increase the portion of cabbage and other non-starchy vegetables.

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