Sorrel Soup
Sorrel Soup is a traditional Eastern European cold soup, most famously Polish, made with fresh sorrel leaves, which give it a distinctive tart flavor. It typically includes a base of vegetable or chicken broth, often enriched with cream or sour cream, and may contain ingredients like potatoes, carrots, and hard-boiled eggs. It's a refreshing springtime dish, celebrated for its vibrant green color and unique, lemony tang.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This soup is generally low in fat and moderate in carbohydrates, with a calorie count that varies based on the amount of cream or sour cream used. It is a good source of vitamins A and C from the sorrel, as well as minerals like potassium and iron, and provides dietary fiber.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Vitamin K | 80 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Nutritionally interesting, sorrel is one of the few leafy greens with a high oxalic acid content, which gives it its signature sour taste and can affect mineral absorption. Culturally, it's a seasonal delicacy marking the arrival of spring in many Slavic countries, with regional variations that can include fish or be served completely chilled.
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