World Flavors Cookbook

Šaltibarščiai (Cold Beet Soup)

Name: Šaltibarščiai (Cold Beet Soup)
Cuisine: Lithuania
Ingredients: 1L kefir 500g boiled beets, grated 2 fresh cucumbers, diced 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped Fresh dill and green onions, chopped Salt to taste Boiled potatoes for serving

A vibrant, bright pink cold beet soup made with kefir, fresh cucumbers, and dill. A legendary summer refresher.

Cuisine: Lithuania

Ingredients

1L kefir 500g boiled beets, grated 2 fresh cucumbers, diced 4 hard-boiled eggs, chopped Fresh dill and green onions, chopped Salt to taste Boiled potatoes for serving

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the kefir and grated beets (include some beet juice for extra color). 2. Add the diced cucumbers, chopped eggs, and half of the fresh herbs. 3. Season with salt and mix well. 4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. 5. Serve cold, garnished with the remaining herbs. 6. Traditionally served with hot boiled potatoes on the side.