Beet and Pumpkin Borscht

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 500g cooked beet
• 300g pumpkin
• 2 onions
• 2 carrots
• 1 leek
• 1 clove of garlic
• 200g peas
• 1 liter vegetable broth
• 30 ml olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 bunch fresh parsley
• sour cream to serve
• Caramelized onions to decorate

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Peel and cut the beetroot, pumpkin, onions, carrots and leek into cubes.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions and leek until translucent.
3. Add the carrots and continue cooking for a few minutes.
4. Add the beetroot, pumpkin and crushed garlic clove, cook for a few more minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat, add the peas and cook for 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove from heat and blend part of the stew to obtain a creamy texture.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Serve hot, garnish with sour cream and caramelized onions.