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Borsht

Contributed By: DairyCouncil
Lubavitch Women's Cookbook

Excellent source of fiber and a tasty vegetarian dish.

Ingredients

5 pounds Beets
2 Potatoes
5 Medium onions
2 tbsp Salt
1/4 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 Eggs

Preparation

Peel beets and grate coarsely. Place into 8 qt. pot with water to cover. Add peeled and diced potatoes and onions. Bring to a boil, then lower flame to simmer until soft (approx. 1 hour). Add lemon juice. Beat eggs well in a second big pot. Pour in borscht in a slow stream, beating constantly to prevent curdling of eggs. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrient Information

Calories193
Total Fat2.5 g
Saturated Fat1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g
Carbohydrates37 g
Protein8 g
Vitamin A214 IU
Vitamin C22 mg
Calcium62 mg
Sodium602 mg
Iron3 mg
Fiber8 g

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 1 hour
Ingredients: Bean & Legume
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: Single
Special Features: Simple (6 ingredients or less)
Vegetarian
Nutrition Content: Low Fat
High Fiber
Meal Type: Entree