💜 Velvety Red Borscht

There’s nothing quite like lifting the lid on a pot of homemade borscht — the earthy sweetness of beets, tender potatoes, fresh dill 🌿, and a swirl of creamy cashews. This beautiful ruby-red soup is comfort food that actually nourishes your body.

🥕 Ingredients

• 3 medium beets, scrubbed (skins on)
• 3–4 small potatoes, cubed 🥔
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 cup yellow beans, chopped
• ½ cup peas (optional)
• 1 bunch beet greens, chopped
• 4–6 cups water (enough to cover veggies) 💧
• ½–1 cup fresh dill, chopped 🌿
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar or lemon juice 🍋 (to taste)
• Cashew Cream (see below)

🌰 Cashew Cream

• ½ cup raw cashews (soaked 1–2 hrs if possible)
• ½–¾ cup water

👉 Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy.

🍲 Directions

1. Place beets, potatoes, carrots, onion, beans, and peas into a large pot.
2. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that rises.
3. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes and beets are tender (25–30 min).
4. Stir in beet greens, dill, cashew cream, and vinegar or lemon juice. Simmer 5 min more.
5. Taste, adjust, and serve hot — sprinkle with extra dill if you like. 🌿

✨ Variations

• Add zucchini or cabbage for extra veggies 🥬
• Stir in cooked lentils or beans for more protein 💪
• Finish with a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness 🍋

🌟 Nutrition Highlights (per 1½ cup serving)

• ~200 calories
• 6–8 g protein
• Rich in fibre + antioxidants
• Beets = betalains (support detox + reduce inflammation)
• Dill + beet greens = vitamins & minerals for immune support

💜 This isn’t just soup — it’s a bowl of memory, comfort, and deep nourishment.