GREEN BORSCHT

GREEN BORSCHT

This soup is simple and delicious, reminiscent of simple Russian peasant food. It has stood the test of time and is still enjoyed today.

Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 zucchini cubed
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• salt, pepper to taste
• 3 large potatoes cubed
• 4 cups spinach chopped
• sour cream for serving
• 1 medium onion minced
• 1/2 c parsley or dill chopped
• 4 egg hard-boiled and cubed 
• 64 oz chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 medium carrot grated on a large grater

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven bring chicken broth to a boil and add potatoes. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for 15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a medium non-stick skillet and on a medium heat. Add onion and carrot and cook stirring occasionally for 10 minutes.
3. In a pot with potatoes, add sautéed onion, carrot, zucchini and spinach and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes. Add salt and pepper to a taste.
4. Add lemon juice, cubed eggs and parsley.
5. Remove from the heat and serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy your soup!