This refreshing chilled beet and cherry summer soup is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. The beets and cherries are simmered with cinnamon and star anise to create a unique and vibrant soup. Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt for a delightful summer treat.

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Servings: 4

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4 cups (950ml) tap water

2 small beets, trimmed, peeled and finely chopped (8 ounces; 227g)

One 3-inch cinnamon stick

1 star anise

2 cups fresh sweet red cherries (10 ounces; 283g), pitted, divided

1/2 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt; for table salt use half as much by volume

Freshly ground black pepper

3/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt (6 ounces; 170g), at room temperature, plus more for garnish

1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

211kcal

10%
Fat

11g

0%
Saturated Fat

7g

0%
Carbohydrates

25g

1%
Fiber

3g

0%
Sugar

9g

0%
Protein

3g

0%
Cholesterol

30mg

1%
Sodium

163mg

8%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Chilled Beet And Cherry Summer Soup

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