Keto Okroshka (Cold Soup with Kefir/Sour Cream, no Kvass or Potatoes)
Cold Ukrainian Soup with Kefir/Sour Cream (no kvass or potatoes)
Yes, with a tweak: request a base of kefir or sour cream/water, NOT kvass (fermented rye bread drink). About 11g net carbs per serving, on the higher side for Ukrainian food, so watch the portion.
What it is
A refreshing cold soup perfect for warm weather, featuring diced cucumbers, radishes, hard-boiled eggs, fresh dill, and cooked beef (or chicken), all immersed in a tangy, creamy base of kefir or sour cream diluted with water. Prepared without kvass or potatoes for a low-carb profile.
Key ingredients
Kefir or sour cream, water, cucumbers, radishes, hard-boiled eggs, cooked beef or chicken, fresh dill, green onion, salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Crucially, request a base of kefir or sour cream/water, NOT kvass (fermented rye bread drink). Confirm no potatoes are added. Check for added sugar in kefir if pre-made.
Watch out for
Traditional kvass base is high in carbs; potatoes are a common ingredient; some kefirs contain added sugars.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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