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Beet and Bison Borscht

Serves 6

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Beet and Bison Borscht

This beautiful borscht offers a classic Eastern European dish with a healthy makeover. While maintaining the robust flavours of a traditional borscht, traditional beef is replaced with the lean richness of bison for an added twist.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) extra-lean ground bison
  • 2 cups (500 mL) peeled and diced onion
  • 1 cup (250 mL) finely diced celery
  • 1 cup (250 mL) finely diced carrots
  • 6 cups (1.5 L) low-sodium beef or vegetable stock
  • 4 cups (1 L) peeled and grated beets
  • 2 cups (500 mL) grated purple cabbage
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) finely chopped fresh dill

Nutrition

Per serving:

  • calories 233
  • protein 19 g
  • total fat 7 g
    • sat. fat 3 g
  • total carbohydrates 25 g
    • total sugars 16 g
    • fibre 6 g
  • sodium 317 mg

Directions

01
In large saucepan, brown ground bison over medium-high heat. Add in onion, celery, and carrots and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Add in stock along with beets and cabbage. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
02
Remove from heat and stir in vinegar and dill. Serve as is or with your choice of sour cream, Greek yogurt, or a nondairy topping.

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