Russian Kefir Okroshka

A refreshing and savory cold soup featuring crisp cucumbers, radishes, and potatoes, balanced with the tang of kefir and fresh herbs.

Prep: 25 min · Cook: 20 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 4 cups Kefir
• 3 medium Potatoes
• 8 oz Ham
• 4 large Eggs
• 2 medium Cucumber
• 6 whole Radishes
• 0.5 cup green onions
• 0.25 cup Fresh dill
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup Water

Cooking instructions

1. Place potatoes in a pot of cold salted water, bring to a boil, and simmer until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. (about 20 min)
2. Place eggs in a separate pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, remove from heat, and let sit covered for 10 minutes before cooling in ice water. (about 10 min)
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced potatoes, eggs, ham, cucumbers, radishes, green onions, and fresh dill.
4. Whisk the kefir with water, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
5. Pour the kefir mixture over the prepared vegetables and ham, stir gently to combine, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. (about 30 min)