Five-Spice Beet Soup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Five-Spice Beet Soup
35 min.
4
76kcal

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Warm up your culinary repertoire with this delightful Five-Spice Beet Soup, a vibrant, nourishing dish that is perfect as a starter, snack, or even a light meal. With its beautiful ruby-red hue and aromatic blend of spices, this vegetarian and gluten-free soup will not only tantalize your taste buds but also impress your guests. The earthy sweetness of beets pairs beautifully with the complex flavors of Chinese five-spice powder, creating a unique and inviting flavor profile that sparks curiosity and satisfaction.

Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make soup allows you to enjoy a delicious and health-conscious bowlful without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of fresh ginger, red onion, and celery balances the richness of the beets while adding depth and warmth to the dish. Topped with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt and garnished with crisp celery leaves, each serving is a feast for the senses.

Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner party or simply looking for a comforting dish to enjoy at home, this Five-Spice Beet Soup is sure to become a favorite. With only 76 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free indulgence that nourishes your body and satisfies your soul. Dive into this culinary adventure and discover the wonders of combining traditional ingredients with bold flavors!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon five spice powder chinese ()
  • inch beets trimmed unpeeled scrubbed cut into 6 wedges ( 3 1/2 cups)
  •  celery stalks with leaves, stalk chopped, leaves sliced
  • teaspoons ginger fresh grated peeled
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cups onion red thinly sliced
  • servings yogurt plain sour
  • cups vegetable stock divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • blender
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Place beet wedges in 4-cup glassmeasuring cup.
  2. Add 2 cups broth; coverwith paper plate and microwave on highuntil tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy mediumsaucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add onionand chopped celery stalk; cover andcook until almost tender and translucent,stirring often, about 12 minutes.
  5. Add beet mixture and 1 cup brothto onion mixture; cover and simmer 4minutes.
  6. Mix in ginger and 1/4 teaspoonfive-spice powder.
  7. Transfer to blender;cover and puree. Season soup to tastewith salt, pepper, and additional five-spicepowder, if desired; rewarm if necessary.Ladle soup into 4 bowls. Top with dollopsof sour cream and sliced celery leaves.
  8. *A spice blend available in the spicesection of most supermarkets.
  9. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories76kcal
Protein5.35%
Fat41.46%
Carbs53.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.75
Glycemic Load
2.93
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
2.969565200012%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.52mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
16.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:76.33kcal
3.82%
Fat:3.67g
5.65%
Saturated Fat:0.54g
3.39%
Carbohydrates:10.59g
3.53%
Net Carbohydrates:9.02g
3.28%
Sugar:5.31g
5.9%
Cholesterol:0.13mg
0.04%
Sodium:713.66mg
31.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.07g
2.13%
Vitamin A:384.95IU
7.7%
Vitamin C:6.31mg
7.65%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.45%
Fiber:1.57g
6.3%
Folate:21.3µg
5.33%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.18%
Potassium:145.25mg
4.15%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.52%
Phosphorus:27.86mg
2.79%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.66%
Vitamin K:2.73µg
2.6%
Magnesium:10.25mg
2.56%
Calcium:22.63mg
2.26%
Copper:0.04mg
2%
Iron:0.33mg
1.83%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.57%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.18%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.17%
Source:Epicurious