How to Make Chlodnik - Cold Polish Beet Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chlodnik, also known as Cold Polish Beet Soup, is a refreshing and vibrant dish that is perfect for a hot summer day. This traditional Polish soup is surprisingly easy to make and is packed with flavor from the combination of beets, buttermilk, and fresh herbs. It's a great dish to serve at a summer gathering or to enjoy as a light and satisfying meal on its own.

Chlodnik's striking pink color comes from the beets, which are the star ingredient of the soup. Beets are not only visually...

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Ingredients

  • 3 beets with leaves and stems - beets peeled and chopped, leaves sliced
  • water to cover
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 small cucumber, grated
  • 1 hard-cooked egg, chopped
  • ⅓ cup chopped fresh dill
  • 3 small green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 pint buttermilk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ⅓ lemon, juiced
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Total Time: 3 hrs
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Cover beets with water in a pot and bring to a boil; cook until tender about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in chicken stock. Allow beets to cool.
  • Mix cucumber, egg, dill, and green onions in a bowl. Whisk buttermilk and sour cream until smooth in another bowl. Stir egg mixture and buttermilk mixture into cooled beets. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Nutrition

    170 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 454mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 211mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 538mg