Traditional PINK SOUP from Lithuania: My New Favorite Summer Recipe

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.

Boil the beets for about an hour until tender, then cool and peel them.

Grate the boiled beets into a large bowl using a box grater.

Chop the cucumbers and add them to the bowl.

Chop the spring onions and add them to the bowl.

Chop the dill finely and add most of it to the bowl, reserving some for garnish.

Peel the eggs, chop two of them finely, and add to the bowl, reserving the prettiest one for garnish.

Mix everything in the bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Optionally, add a little white vinegar for tanginess.

Chill the soup in the refrigerator before serving.

Serve cold, garnished with the reserved egg and some whole dill.

Cooking Techniques

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