Source: attuale.ruOn hot summer days, it can be hard to think of what to cook. You need something light, fresh, and preferably healthy, as fresh vegetable season is in full swing. That's where okroshka with kefir comes to the rescue. We're sharing 15 delicious recipes!
1. Okroshka with Kefir and Sausage
Source: lifestyle.segodnya.uaThe simplest and most popular homemade version.
You will need: 250 g cucumbers, 150 g radishes, 350 g potatoes, 150 g sausage, 3 eggs, green onions, 500 ml mineral water, 1.5 l kefir, herbs, spices, 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Boil potatoes and eggs, then dice all ingredients finely. Chop all the herbs, mix the ingredients, sprinkle with lemon juice, and dress with kefir. Season and dilute the okroshka with mineral water to taste.
2. Okroshka with Kefir and Meat
Source: attuale.ruWe found an excellent okroshka recipe with two types of meat!
You will need: 80 g pork, 80 g beef, 600 ml kefir, 600 ml water, 1 bunch green onions, 190 g cucumbers, 190 g potatoes, 2 eggs, spices.
Preparation: Boil the meat, potatoes, and spices until cooked. Finely chop all ingredients, season, and pour kefir mixed with water over them.
3. Vegetable Okroshka with Kefir
Source: pinterest.ruHere's a vegetarian alternative.
You will need: 1 l kefir, 1 bunch herbs, 3 potatoes, 2 carrots, 1 cucumber, 8 radishes, spices.
Preparation: Grate cucumbers, radishes, and fresh carrots on a coarse grater. Boil potatoes and dice them. Mix everything, season, add herbs, and pour kefir over the okroshka.
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4. Okroshka with Kefir and Cottage Cheese
Source: cafe.imperia.co.krLet's move on to more original and unexpected preparation methods!
You will need: 400 g potatoes, 100 g cottage cheese, 150 g radish, 100 g cucumbers, 3 eggs, 250 ml kefir, herbs, 300 ml water.
Preparation: Boil potatoes and eggs, then dice all ingredients finely. Finely chop the herbs, add cottage cheese, mix everything with kefir, and add water.
5. Okroshka with Kefir and Tongue
Source: nahlebnik.comIt's best to boil the tongue in advance, as it takes a long time to cook and cool.
You will need: 600 ml kefir, 2 eggs, 4 radishes, 2 cucumbers, 1 potato, 1 tbsp mustard, herbs, 150 g beef tongue, 200 ml mineral water, 4 tbsp sour cream.
Preparation: Cool the boiled tongue, eggs, and potato, then chop them finely. Mince the remaining ingredients and dress with sour cream and mustard. Mix the okroshka well and pour kefir with mineral water over it.
6. Okroshka with Kefir, Tomatoes, and Basil
Source: dnpr.com.uaRussian okroshka, but with Italian notes!
You will need: 3 potatoes, 2 tomatoes, 1 bunch basil, 100 g salami, 2 eggs, 2 cucumbers, 2 tbsp sour cream, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 500 ml kefir, 1 l water, 2 tsp tomato sauce.
Preparation: Boil potatoes and eggs, then dice everything. Finely chop the basil, mix the ingredients, and dress with sour cream, mayonnaise, and tomato sauce. Finally, pour kefir with water over the okroshka.
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7. Okroshka with Kefir and Mushrooms
Source: cookpad.comIf you prefer, you can leave the mushrooms raw, but fried ones have a more intense flavor.
You will need: 3 potatoes, 500 ml kefir, 0.5 onion, 1 cucumber, 1 bunch herbs, green onions, mint, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 eggs, 5 radishes, 100 g mushrooms, 3 tbsp sour cream.
Preparation: Slice the mushrooms and fry until all liquid evaporates. Boil potatoes and eggs, then dice all ingredients finely. Add chopped herbs, sprinkle with lemon, and mix everything with sour cream. Finally, pour kefir over the okroshka.
8. Okroshka with Kefir and Walnuts
Source: recept-borscha.ruSparkling ayran is an excellent substitute for kefir.
You will need: 2 cucumbers, 2 eggs, 1 bunch herbs, 4 radishes, 50 g walnuts, 500 ml kefir.
Preparation: Grate cucumbers, radishes, and boiled eggs on a coarse grater. Finely chop the herbs and crush the toasted walnuts. Pour kefir over the okroshka and mix.
9. Okroshka with Kefir and Zucchini
Source: about-tea.ruYou can add a little boiled chicken breast.
You will need: 300 g zucchini, 300 g cucumbers, 2 cloves garlic, 700 ml kefir, 2 eggs, 1 bunch herbs, 0.5 lemon.
Preparation: Grate cucumbers and zucchini on a coarse grater, and mash the boiled eggs well with a fork. Add crushed garlic, chopped herbs, sprinkle with lemon juice, and mix. Pour kefir over the okroshka.
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10. Okroshka with Kefir and Calamari
Source: m.povar.ruThe perfect okroshka recipe for seafood lovers.
You will need: 1 calamari, 1 potato, 1 egg, 50 g sour cream, 1 bunch herbs, 1 cucumber, 3 tbsp lemon juice, kefir.
Preparation: Boil the calamari body in boiling water for 3-4 minutes and slice into thin rings. Separately boil the potato and egg, finely dice the remaining ingredients, add herbs, and dress with sour cream and lemon juice. Pour kefir over the okroshka and top with calamari rings.
11. Okroshka with Kefir, Chicken, and Cauliflower
Source: zen.yandex.ruFor even more vibrancy, add half a red bell pepper.
You will need: 1 l kefir, 400 g chicken, 2 eggs, 3 potatoes, 200 g cauliflower, 10 radishes, 2 cucumbers, green onions, 2 tbsp sour cream.
Preparation: Separately boil chicken, potatoes, and eggs, then finely chop them along with radishes and cucumbers. Break cauliflower into small florets and parboil until al dente. Add chopped green onions and sour cream, mix the okroshka, and pour kefir over it.
12. Okroshka with Kefir, Broccoli, and Green Beans
Source: foodpractice.comFrozen vegetables don't need to be boiled; just pour boiling water over them for a couple of minutes.
You will need: 150 g ham, 2 potatoes, 3 eggs, 200 g green beans, 200 g broccoli, 200 g cucumbers, herbs, 1 l kefir.
Preparation: Boil potatoes and eggs, then dice them along with cucumbers and ham. Parboil green beans and broccoli florets until tender for 3-4 minutes. Add chopped herbs, mix, and pour kefir over the okroshka.
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13. Okroshka with Kefir and Beets
Source: s30372222928.mirtesen.ruLight and very appetizing vegetable okroshka with sausage.
You will need: 1 beet, 300 g sausage, 2 potatoes, 4 eggs, 2 cucumbers, 1 bunch herbs, 1 l kefir, 1 glass water.
Preparation: Boil or bake beets with potatoes, and separately boil eggs. Grate the beet on a coarse grater, and dice all other ingredients. Add herbs to the okroshka, pour kefir over it, and dilute with water as needed.
14. Okroshka with Kefir and Salmon
Source: penta-agro.ruAn okroshka recipe with lightly salted red fish, especially for gourmets!
You will need: 200 g salmon, 4 potatoes, 8 radishes, 2 cucumbers, 3 eggs, 1 bunch green onions, 1 bunch lettuce leaves, 1.5 l kefir.
Preparation: Boil potatoes and dice all vegetables finely, and slice the red fish into thin strips. Finely shred lettuce leaves and herbs, and slice boiled eggs into thin rounds. Arrange the ingredients attractively on plates and pour kefir over them.
15. Okroshka with Kefir and Adyghe Cheese
Source: recipefor.ruAdditionally, you can try different cheeses or even tofu.
You will need: 2 potatoes, 2 cucumbers, 4 radishes, 200 g Adyghe cheese, herbs, 500 ml kefir, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp sugar.
Preparation: Boil potatoes and dice all ingredients, then finely chop the herbs. Add sugar, lemon juice, and spices to taste, and pour kefir over the okroshka.