How do I customize my šaltibarščiai lithuanian cold beet soup?

Get creative with your Šaltibarščiai! From adding a twist of citrus to topping it off with some crunchy croutons, here's how to make it your own.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I customize my Šaltibarščiai Lithuanian Cold Beet Soup. Items include: Beets Cucumbers Red onion Dill Eggs Lemon or lime Croutons

Beets 4 medium-sized
Cucumbers 3-4 fresh
Red onion 1 small
Dill a handful of fresh
Eggs 2-3 hard-boiled
Lemon or lime 1
Croutons to taste

Take note
Remember to be mindful of any dietary restrictions or allergies when customizing this recipe. And as always, have fun experimenting!

1

Choose your beets

Start by selecting the freshest beets you can find. Look for beets that are firm with vibrant colors. You'll need about 4 medium-sized beets.

2

Boil and cool the beets

Place the beets in a pot of water and bring it to a boil. Cook the beets until they're fork-tender, usually around 30-40 minutes. Once cooked, remove the beets from the pot and let them cool completely before peeling and shredding.

3

Prep the other ingredients

While the beets are cooling, prepare the rest of the ingredients. Finely chop 3-4 fresh cucumbers, 1 small red onion, and a handful of fresh dill. Also, thinly slice 2-3 hard-boiled eggs.

4

Mix it all together

In a large bowl, combine the shredded beets, chopped cucumbers, red onion, and dill. Gently mix everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5

Add a twist of citrus

For an extra burst of freshness, squeeze in the juice of 1 lemon or lime. This will bring a delightful tanginess to your Šaltibarščiai.

6

Top it off with some crunch

To give your Šaltibarščiai some texture, sprinkle in some crunchy croutons. You can make your own or use store-bought ones. They add a delightful contrast to the smoothness of the soup.

7

Chill and serve

Cover the bowl and let the soup chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This will allow all the flavors to meld together. When you're ready to serve, garnish each bowl with a few slices of hard-boiled egg and a sprig of fresh dill. Enjoy your customized Šaltibarščiai!