Borscht
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Carbs | 3.9 g |
Borscht is a traditional Eastern European soup built around beetroot, typically served hot or cold and found across Ukrainian, Russian, Polish and other regional cuisines. It is most commonly eaten as a first course, often ladled into bowls of 250–400 g, and may be prepared with or without meat. Per 100 g, borscht provides just 20 kcal, 0.5 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 3.9 g of carbohydrates, with 0.8 g of dietary fibre and 2.2 g of sugars — making it a notably low-calorie dish. It contains 245 mg of sodium and 98 mg of potassium per 100 g, along with 25 mcg of vitamin A and 14 mcg of folate. No glycemic index value is available for this prepared soup. Borscht as described here is compatible with gluten-free and dairy-free dietary patterns.
How many calories in borscht?
Borscht contains 20 kcal per 100 g, making it one of the lower-calorie soups you can eat. A typical 300 g serving comes to around 60 kcal.
How much sodium is in borscht?
Borscht contains 245 mg of sodium per 100 g, which reflects the salted broth base typical of the dish. A 300 g serving would contribute roughly 735 mg of sodium.
Is borscht gluten-free?
The borscht described here is gluten-free, as it contains no wheat or gluten-containing ingredients. That said, recipes vary widely, so it is worth checking whether any added thickeners or accompaniments contain gluten.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 20.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.52 g |
| Fat | 0.37 g |
| Carbs | 3.9 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.80 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.052 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.14 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.14 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.016 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.12 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 11.0 mg |
| Iron | 0.25 mg |
| Magnesium | 9.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 13.0 mg |
| Potassium | 98.0 mg |
| Sodium | 245 mg |
| Zinc | 0.13 mg |
| Copper | 0.045 mg |
| Selenium | 0.20 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 25.0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5.4 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.014 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.022 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.19 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.040 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 14.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
| Choline | 4.1 mg |