Enjoy Authentic Ukrainian Borscht Without Lectins: The Ultimate Guide

Ukrainian Borscht’s vibrant flavors don’t need to be off-limits for lectin-free diets! While traditional recipes often include lectin-rich ingredients like tomatoes, potatoes, and beans, we'll show you how to savor this beloved dish while strictly avoiding problematic foods. Plus, discover how mm food’s dietary scanner can transform dining experiences.

Why Traditional Borscht Needs Modification

Classic Ukrainian Borscht contains several lectin-heavy components:

• Tomatoes (nightshades)
• Potatoes (nightshades)
• Beans (legumes)
• Store-bought broth (often contains soy/seed oils)

Lectin-Free Borscht Recipe (Serves 6)

Ingredients:

• 4 medium lectin-safe beets, peeled & grated
• 3 carrots, grated
• 1 celery root, diced
• 1 cup chopped parsley root
• 4 cups shredded green cabbage
• 1 cup chopped fresh dill
• 8 cups homemade bone broth (check mm food for restaurant broth analysis!)
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos (soy-free)
• Avocado oil for sautéing
• Sea salt to taste
• Optional: pasture-raised sour cream (omit for dairy-free)

Instructions:

1. Sauté carrots, celery root, and parsley root in avocado oil until tender.
2. Add beets and cabbage; cook 10 minutes
3. Pour in bone broth and coconut aminos. Simmer 25 minutes.
4. Stir in dill before serving. Top with sour cream if tolerated.

How mm food Enhances Your Experience

Scan any restaurant’s borscht menu with mm food to:

• Instantly translate Ukrainian descriptions
• Detect hidden lectins in broths or additives
• Confirm safety using our AI-powered dietary analyzer
• Discover modifications by typing "lectin-free swaps" in our custom filter

Pro Tip: Always clarify "no nightshades, no legumes, no seed oils" when ordering. Use mm food’s phrasebook to communicate needs in Ukrainian!

Embrace Ukrainian cuisine confidently—download mm food to navigate menus and savor borscht without compromise.