Aukstā biešu zupa (Latvian Creamy Cold Beet Soup)
A refreshing and tangy cold beet soup from Latvia, perfect for hot summer days.
Bowl of creamy cold beet soup
PT50M
4 servings
Soup
Latvian

Ingredients

  • 4 medium beets, roasted or boiled, peeled and diced
  • 1 large cucumber, diced
  • 4 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 small bunch fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups plain kefir or buttermilk
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 hard‑boiled eggs, halved (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1In a blender, combine diced beets, kefir (or buttermilk), and sour cream. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. 2Pour mixture into a large bowl. Stir in cucumber, radishes, dill, and green onions.
  3. 3Season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. 4Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
  5. 5Serve cold, garnished with egg halves and a sprig of dill.

Tips & Variations

  • Roast beets wrapped in foil to intensify their sweetness.
  • Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter texture.
  • Add a splash of vinegar for extra tang.

Nutrition Information

Calories
150 kcal
Fat
6 g
Carbs
18 g
Protein
4 g

Try It at FĀZE'25

Pop-Up Kitchen
Experience this traditional dish with a modern twist at our festival pop-up

Available

July 18-19, 2025

Serving Hours

12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Our pop-up kitchen will be serving this traditional dish with a modern twist, featuring locally sourced ingredients and a special festival-only variation.

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Recipe by

Ernests Dane

Published on

4/22/2025