Šaltibarščiai, Lithuanian cold beet soup

plain yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and reduces calories.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt is lighter while maintaining tanginess.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: tofu

Avocado provides creaminess without cholesterol.

Shred the pickled beets on a box grater and add with the pickled beet juice.

Add the kefir and mix well.

Chop the cucumber and hard boiled eggs into small pieces and coarsely chop the dill.

Mix the cucumber, eggs, and dill into the beet and kefir mixture.

Season with salt to taste and let sit in the refrigerator for at least a day before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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