Fresh Beet Soup (Creamy Blended Stovetop Recipe)
Fresh Beet Soup is a healthy, vibrant, gorgeous soup that is perfect during summer, fall, winter or spring. Serve with hot crusty bread and enjoy!
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 1 carrot peeled and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 3 large or 6 small beets peeled and thinly sliced
- 6 cups chicken stock
- salt and pepper to taste
- sour cream or heavy whipping cream to finish
- garnish with fresh basil
Instructions
- In a heavy bottom stockpot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil on medium high heat. When hot, sauté 1 medium onion, 2 stalks celery, and 1 carrot until soft, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Add 3 cloves garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in 3 large or 6 small beets and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in 6 cups chicken stock, bring to a boil, cover and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook on low heat for 20-30 minutes until beets are tender.
- Use an immersion blender or high powered blender to blend until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot. Garnish with sour cream or heavy whipping cream to finish and garnish with fresh basil. Pairs well with a warm crusty bed. Can be served as an appetizer or a light main entree.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 371mg | Potassium: 401mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2635IU | Vitamin C: 4.7mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.6mg