Heart-Healthy Ukrainian Borscht

Warm your soul and nourish your body with this Heart-Healthy Ukrainian Borscht, a lighter, low-fat twist on the traditional Eastern European classic. Brimming with vibrant vegetables like beets, carrots, cabbage, and Yukon gold potatoes, this nutrient-packed soup is simmered in flavorful low-sodium vegetable broth and accented with fresh dill and a splash of white vinegar for a zesty finish. Perfect for a cozy meal, this borscht is not only delicious but also heart-conscious, using olive oil and offering an optional dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt for a creamy garnish. Ready in just an hour, this comforting, plant-based recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a wholesome, satisfying dish that’s as good for your health as it is for your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 medium, shredded Carrot
• 2 chopped Celery stalk
• 3 medium, peeled and shredded Beets
• 1 large, diced Yukon gold potato
• 2 cups, shredded Green cabbage
• 6 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh dill
• 0.25 cup (optional, for garnish) Plain low-fat Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, shredded carrot, and chopped celery, cooking for another 3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shredded beets and diced potato to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and stir in the tomato paste until evenly combined. Add the bay leaf.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Add the shredded cabbage to the pot and simmer for another 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Stir in the white vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped fresh dill.

Step 10

Serve the borscht hot, garnished with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2523.2 grams (2523.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	740

Total Fat 16.90g	22%
Saturated Fat 3.40g	17%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.50g
Cholesterol 6mg	2%
Sodium 3920mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 130.30g	47%
Dietary Fiber 22.50g	80%
Total Sugars 45.00g
Protein 21.90g	44%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 385mg	30%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 4491mg	96%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.0%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 68.5%