Quick N Easy Beet SOUP RECIPE
Beet soup is not only delicious, but also nutrient-dense. This blended version, which includes beets, parsnip, ginger, onion, and garlic, is creamy, savory, and full of flavor. Finish with a swirl of coconut cream (or yogurt), parsley, and black sesame seeds.
How To Remove Beet Stains
Beet preparation is known for leaving stains. However, with a few hints, you’ll find that cooking with fresh beets isn’t so unpleasant. Here is what you can do.
If your hands are discolored, there are a few options:
◾Rub lemon juice between your hands or dip them in a basin of lemon juice.
◾Rub your hands vigorously with baking soda and a small amount of water.
◾Cut a raw potato in half, dip it in salt, then scrub the flat side with your hands under water.
◾Beet soup consists of beets, parsnips, ginger, onion, and garlic. This blended version is creamy, flavorful, and full of flavor. Ideal for serving on its own, alongside a salad, or with a heavy main course.
Prep Time: 10minutes
Cook Time: 30minutes
Total Time: 40minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients For Quick N Easy Beet SOUP RECIPE
⭐2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
⭐1 yellow onion
⭐3 garlic cloves minced
⭐1 tablespoon fresh ginger peeled and finely chopped
⭐salt and pepper to taste
⭐3 large beets peeled and diced (or 4 beets, if smaller)
⭐1 medium parsnip peeled and diced (approx 1 cup)
⭐4 cups vegetable broth or more for desired texture
Garnish
⭐coconut cream or yogurt
⭐parsley
⭐black sesame seeds
⭐cracked black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS FOR Quick N Easy Beet SOUP RECIPE:
⭐Heat the avocado oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.
⭐Cook for a further 1-2 minutes, stirring in the garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper until fragrant.
⭐Combine the diced beets, parsnips, and vegetable broth. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil.
⭐Then, decrease the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the beets simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until fork soft.
⭐Use a ladle to transfer the soup to a powerful blender. Blend for 1 minute, or until creamy.
⭐To serve, transfer the soup to a bowl and top with coconut cream or yogurt, parsley, black sesame seeds, and crushed black pepper.
NUTRITIONAL INFO:
Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 994mg | Potassium: 394mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 521IU |Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg