Lithuanian Cold Borsch / Book of recipes / Bon Appetit

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt provides a similar tang with less fat.

hard-boiled eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu or chickpeas can add protein for a vegan option.

Grate boiled beets in a saucepan on a coarse grater.

Finely chop the boiled eggs.

Finely chop the cucumbers and green onions.

Add finely chopped dill, sour cream and salt to taste.

Mix everything well. Pour homemade kefir and cold boiled water. Stir again and let it brew for about half an hour. Serve with boiled potatoes.

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