Beetroot Horseradish Soup

This Beetroot Horseradish Soup is a vibrant, warming dish with earthy sweetness from beets and a gentle kick of horseradish, creating a comforting bowl that’s perfect for colder days without feeling heavy.

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Beetroot soups always feel a little special to me – bold in colour, naturally sweet, and deeply comforting. The horseradish here adds just enough warmth to lift the flavour without overpowering it, so let’s dive into this Beetroot Horseradish Soup.

Why You’ll Love This Beetroot Horseradish Soup

• Earthy and warming. Sweet beets balanced with gentle horseradish heat.
• Vibrant and comforting. A soup that looks as good as it tastes.
• Naturally smooth. Blends into a silky texture without cream.
• Easy to customize. Adjust the horseradish and toppings to your taste.

Flavour and Texture Profile

This soup is smooth, lightly sweet, and gently spicy, with deep beetroot flavour complemented by herbs and a mild horseradish bite that lingers pleasantly rather than sharply.

Ingredients You’ll Need for This Beetroot Horseradish Soup

This Beetroot Horseradish Soup comes together with simple ingredients that build flavour slowly and naturally.

• Olive oil. For gently cooking the aromatics.
• Red onion. Adds sweetness and depth.
• Garlic. Provides savoury warmth.
• Beets. The heart of the soup, delivering colour and earthy sweetness.
• Water or light broth. Keeps the soup clean and balanced.
• Rosemary and thyme. Add subtle herbal notes.
• Salt and pepper. Essential for seasoning.
• Prepared horseradish. Stirred in at the end for controlled heat.

Suggested Toppings and Additions

This soup is delicious on its own, but toppings add texture and contrast:

• A dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
• Fresh herbs such as dill or chives.
• Toasted seeds (pumpkin or sunflower).
• A drizzle of olive oil or melted butter.
• Extra horseradish for those who enjoy more heat.

More Delicious Soup Recipes

Are you looking for more fun recipes, like this beetroot soup? Be sure to check more recipes below:

• Sweet Potato Chickpea Soup
• Carrot Cheddar Soup
• Celeriac Pear Soup
• Potato Fennel Bacon Soup
• Chicken Borscht
• Parsnip Chestnut Soup

I’d love for you to try this beetroot soup. If you give it a go, please share your results in the comments, message me on Instagram, or post your photos with the hashtag #havocinthekitchen. I look forward to seeing your creations and hearing your thoughts.

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Beetroot Horseradish Soup

Recipe by Ben | Havocinthekitchen

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Course: Soups for Every SeasonDifficulty: Easy

A warming beetroot horseradish soup with earthy sweetness and gentle heat. Comforting, vibrant, and perfect for chilly days.

Servings

6-8

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

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Ingredients

• 1 tbsp. olive oil

• 1 large red onion, sliced

• 2-4 garlic cloves, minced

• ~ 2 lb. of beets, peeled and chopped

• 5-6 cups of water or light broth

• 1/2 tsp. dried or 1 tsp. fresh rosemary, minced

• 1 tsp. dried or 1 tbsp. fresh thyme

• 1/2 to 2/3 tsp. salt or to taste

• pepper, to taste

• 1-3 tbsp. prepared horseradish or to taste

Directions

• In a large pot heat the oil over low-medium heat. Cook the onions and garlic, for 5-7 minutes, until soft but not browned.
• Add the beets and cook for about 5 minutes.
• Add the water or broth to fully cover the beets. Season with the salt and pepper and stir in the herbs. Cover and let it simmer for about 45 to 60 minutes, or until the beets are tender.
• At the end, stir in the horseradish and let it simmer for 5 minutes or so.
• Off the heat and let the soup cool a bit, until easy to handle. Using a regular or immersion blender, pure until the desired consistency (pro-tip: for the extra smooth and silky texture, you can add a spoon or so of butter when pureeing.) Add more water or broth, if it’s too thick to your liking. Try and adjust the seasoning, if needed. Serve garnished as desired; you can even add an extra spoon of horseradish. Enjoy!