Chilled Czech Blueberry Soup (Boruvkova Polevka Studena)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Chilled Czech Blueberry Soup - a refreshing summertime dish

Chilled Czech Blueberry Soup (Boruvkova Polevka Studena)

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

230

Sugar

18g

Fat

13g

Boruvkova Polevka Studena, or Chilled Czech Blueberry Soup, is a popular summertime dish in the Czech Republic. This sweet and tart soup is made with fresh blueberries, sour cream, and a hint of cinnamon, resulting in a unique and refreshing flavor. Best served chilled, it is a perfect dish for a hot summer day. Whether served as an appetizer or dessert, this soup is easy to make and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, bring the blueberries, water, salt, and sugar to a boil over medium heat.
2.	Reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes.
3.	In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, flour, and cinnamon.
4.	Add the sour cream mixture to the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
5.	Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

This chilled soup is a refreshing summer treat, perfect for a hot day.

Blueberries are high in antioxidants and may have anti-inflammatory effects.

Most of the ingredients are easily found at any grocery store.

CONS

This dish is not a main course, and may be too sweet for some people.

While blueberries are a healthy addition, the sour cream and sugar add some unhealthy components.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Blueberries are low in calories and high in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.
Studies have shown that blueberries may improve brain function and may have benefits for heart health.
Cinnamon is also high in antioxidants and has been linked to reducing inflammation and potentially lowering cholesterol levels.

	3 cups blueberries
	4 cups water
	1 pinch salt
	1 tablespoon sugar
	1 1/2 cups sour cream
	3 tablespoons flour
	1/8 teaspoon cinnamon