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Cold Beet Soup Recipe

Cold Beet Soup

Cold Beet Soup is a perfect way to eat healthy during summer. This Cold Beet Soup recipe is filled with crunchy cucumbers, hard-boiled eggs, sweet beets, and cold creamy kefir. It will keep you full and satisfied!

This is a classic Eastern European recipe, with variations called Holodnik, Svekolnik, Polish Chlodnik, or Saltibarsciai in Lithuania. This classic cold soup is the ultimate in summer dish: cool, creamy, and gently crunchy from cucumbers, with a gorgeous color that makes it even more unforgettable.

Beets
I don’t think they get the appreciation they deserve. Beetroots, commonly known as beets, are a vibrant and versatile type of vegetable. They’re known for their earthy flavor and aroma. In addition to bringing a pop of color to your plate, beets are highly nutritious and packed with essential vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds, many of which have medicinal properties. The most powerful health benefits of beets, I have read about, include their ability to lower blood pressure, improve digestion, and boost athletic performance. They also help in providing relief from macular degeneration, improve blood circulation, aid in skincare, prevent cataract, build immunity, and relieve respiratory problems.

Cold Beet Soup

Kefir
Kefir is high in nutrients and probiotics and it is very beneficial for digestion and gut health. In fact, many people consider it to be more nutritious than yogurt. Read more about health benefits of the potatoes: “9 Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Kefir”.

Tips for best results

– Use red beets to get a classic red color for this Cold Beet Soup (golden beets have different taste).
– Always refrigerate this soup before serving. It doesn’t taste as good when it’s warm.

More Summer Recipes you will Enjoy!
Beet Salad (Vinaigrette)
Cabbage Salad

Potato Salad (No-Mayo)

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Cold Beet Soup Recipe

This delicious and refreshing Cold Beet Soup is packed with nutritious vegetables, like beets, cucumbers, green onions, and dill.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Eastern European, Pollish
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups kefir (low-fat, plain)
  • 4 cup water
  • 3 large beets (or 6 small beets) (cooked, peeled, and grated)
  • ¼ cup fresh dill (chopped)
  • ½ cup fresh green onion (chopped)
  • 4 hard boiled eggs (soft or hard boiled) (halved)
  • 2 cups English cucumber (unpeeled, chopped)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a pot, combine the kefir, water, dill, and green onion. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • When you are ready, add about two cups of soup into a bowl. Serve cold, topped with chopped cucumbers and boiled eggs.
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Egg and Avocado Wrap Recipe

Egg and Avocado Wrap

This tasty Egg and Avocado Wrap recipe is loaded with protein and low in calories. Healthy, clean, and delicious, it’s a quick meal that will keep you feeling full and satisfied!

I love incorporating eggs for breakfast and lunch because they are a great source of protein and I love that they keep me full for long time! When I make this wrap, I almost always include lettuce, tomatoes and avocado. Keep in mind that it’s super flexible and doesn’t have to be exact. You can use any vegetables you want. The filling options for your wraps are pretty much endless and you can use whatever you want.

Eggs
Many health professionals now consider eggs a superfood since they are unprocessed and rich in nutrients. Even better, they are budget-friendly, delicious, and have a variety of ways to prepare. Read more about health benefits of eating eggs: “9 Health Benefits of Eating Eggs”.

This Egg and Avocado Wrap recipe is one of my favorite. I make it very often, at least a couple times per week. First, it’s really easy to make. Second, it’s packed with healthy and nutritious ingredients. And the third, it is delicious!

More Recipes you will Enjoy!
Avocado Toast with Egg
Healthier Burritos
Shrimp and Black Bean Quesadillas

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Egg and Avocado Wrap Recipe

If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious meal that’s quick and easy to make, you will love this Egg and Avocado Wrap.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Course Breakfast, lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium whole wheat tortilla
  • Handful of lettuce: frisée, butter lettuce, or a mix
  • 2 slices tomato
  • ¼ avocado (sliced)
  • 1 peeled boiled egg (soft or hard boiled) (sliced)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon red onion (finely diced)
  • 1 tablespoon salsa
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat a non-stick pan to medium heat. No butter or oil required. Place tortilla in pan for approximately 30 seconds until slightly golden and tortilla begins to puff. Turn tortilla over, and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Next, lay the tortilla flat on a plate. Add the lettuce, top it with the tomato, avocado, eggs, salt, black pepper, cilantro, red onion, and salsa.
  • Fold it and it is ready to eat!
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Sautéed Mushrooms

Sautéed Mushrooms

Add Sautéed Mushrooms to your go-to side dish or meat list. They cook quickly, taste delicious, and have a total gourmet restaurant vibe that will make you feel fancy when you serve them.

Pair them with Air Fryer Baked Potatoes for a classy meal at home, or make them for a fast side any night of the week.

Mushrooms are great for you and they are full of vitamins. I love them and cook with mushrooms a lot. Read more about the health benefits of mushrooms.

How to select mushrooms
Look for mushrooms that are firm, plump, and most importantly, free from blemishes and bruises. There should be no visible moisture on the outside. Stems should be firm with a uniform color.

How to Store Mushrooms
Store mushrooms in their original package or a paper bag in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Storing mushrooms in a plastic bag causes them to deteriorate quickly.

Should I wash mushrooms to clean? Do no rinse mushrooms caps or stems with water! Mushrooms are like sponges and will absorb liquid quickly. Instead, just use a damp paper towel to remove excess dirt.

The trick to cooking these Sautéed Mushrooms is to avoid steaming the mushrooms as you cook them – too much steam during the cooking will give the mushrooms a rubbery texture.  Quick cooking over a very hot burner in a large pan, so the mushrooms are not overcrowded as they cook, will give you the best results.  You’ll have perfectly Sautéed Mushrooms that are moist and tender to the bite.

Sautéed Mushrooms

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More Mushroom Recipes you will Enjoy!
Chicken Stuffed Mushrooms
Mushroom and Zucchini Sauté
Air Fryer Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

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Sautéed Mushrooms

If you love mushroom recipes, then these easy Sautéed Mushrooms are a must-make! They are packed with flavor and quick to make.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 5

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
  • 16 ounces mixed fresh mushrooms (such as oyster, hen-of-the-woods, beech, cremini, and shiitake) (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • ⅓ cup onion (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives for garnish (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large skillet and add olive oil to skillet. Stir in mushrooms, onions, and salt and cook for about 2 minutes.
  • Add thyme and rosemary. Cook, stirring occasionally, until all liquid is evaporated and mushrooms are browned and tender, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with chives and serve while warm.
Keyword mushrooms, sautéed mushrooms