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Okroshka Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150
A refreshing cold Russian soup perfect for summer, combining cooked vegetables, herbs, and fermented dairy.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 0.23 kg Yukon gold potatoes (approximately 3 medium-large potatoes (cooked and cooled))
  • 4 pieces eggs (hard boiled)
  • 6 pieces radishes
  • 2 pieces Persian cucumbers (or 1/2 English cucumber)
  • 2 cups leftover roast chicken meat (or 1 chicken breast)
  • 1 bunch fresh dill
  • 6 green onions green onions
  • 1 quart kefir or buttermilk (see notes for substitutions)
  • 1 quart cold water
  • 1 fresh lemon lemon
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions 

  • Dice potatoes, eggs, radishes, and cucumbers. Cut chicken, dill, and green onions. Mix all dry ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Combine water and kefir until desired consistency.
  • Pour kefir mixture over vegetables, season, and squeeze lemon juice.

Notes

This dish is best served chilled and can be customized with your favorite herbs and proteins.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Russian
Keyword: Cold Soup