Green Borscht - Two Ways to Make this Classic Slavic Summer Soup

While most people associate borscht with a rich hearty beauty ruby red soup that is incredibly filling and heavy, they might not know that there is a cousin of the winter time classic. Green borscht might not have a direct connection to the Ukrainian classic but its light and refreshing nature means that it is an excellent stand-in for heavier soups when the weather gets warm. Utilizing the summer plans and sharp natural flavors that exist in Eastern Europe, green borscht is an amazing meal even for the dog days of summer. Filling, flavourful, and sharp this soup has citrus notes, balanced flavors, and just enough fat and richness to make you fill you up without making you feel like you should take a nap in an ice box. So with the heat of summer approaching, this is an excellent summer time soup that is guaranteed to not only feed you, but fill you bowl with that summer time vibe!