Golden Beet Soup
Golden Beet Soup is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Melt margarine in large pot over medium heat.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMelt margarine in large pot over medium heat.
Add beets, onions, ginger, and lemon peel.
Cover; cook 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add 6 cups broth and bring to boil.
Cover; reduce heat and simmer until beets are very tender, 1 hour.
Remove from heat; let stand 20 minutes.
Puree soup in blender in batches until smooth.
Return puree to pot.
Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice to soup and thin with more broth, if desired.
Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice.
Slice enough beet greens to measure 3/4 cup.
Microwave greens 1 minute to wilt; place in blender.
Add 3/4 cup soup; puree greens until smooth.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead.
Cover soup and puree separately; chill.
Rewarm both separately before using.
Ladle soup into bowls.
Drizzle some of greens puree over soup and serve.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.