Creamy Beet Soup Recipe
I don’t know which is better with this Creamy Beet Soup recipe, its beautiful color or delicious taste 😉 If you like beets, you’ll love this soup. If you’re on the fence about beets, this soup will win you over!
Healthy Hint: When you buy fresh beets from the store, don’t toss the greens, cook them in a little water then drizzle with olive oil. Besides being healthy beet greens are tasty!
Creamy Beet Soup Recipe
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr
If you like beets, you’ll love this soup. If you’re on the fence about beets, this soup will win you over!
Course:
Soup
Cuisine:
American
Servings: 4
Calories: 641 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb raw beets peeled and chopped
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 1 large apple chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 fresh lemon juiced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream for garnish
- fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
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Place prepared vegetables and apple in large pot with oil and 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes.
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Add broth, cumin, bay leaf and lemon juice. Bring soup to boil then cover and turn down heat to simmer; cook for about 30 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
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Let soup cool slightly then purée in blender or food processor until smooth and creamy. When ready to serve, divide the soup between bowls and garnish with swirls of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Beet Soup Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 641
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
