Heart-Healthy Watercress Soup

Indulge in the fresh, vibrant taste of Heart-Healthy Watercress Soup, a nourishing blend of wholesome ingredients designed to support your well-being. This creamy, dairy-free soup highlights the peppery flavor of fresh watercress, perfectly complemented by silky Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet yellow onion, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. Made with nutrient-rich low-sodium vegetable broth and unsweetened almond milk, this recipe is as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an ideal choice for a comforting, guilt-free meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and enjoy this satisfying soup as a starter or a light dinner that's both delicious and nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 4 cups watercress, large stems removed
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced celery. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes and pour in the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 5

Add the watercress to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes, just until wilted.

Step 6

Remove the pot from the heat and allow the soup to cool slightly. Use an immersion blender (or transfer to a blender in batches) to blend the soup until smooth.

Step 7

Return the pot to low heat and stir in the almond milk, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Heat gently without boiling, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy watercress soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2128.2 grams (2128.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	561

Total Fat 17.30g	22%
Saturated Fat 2.40g	12%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2202mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 88.40g	32%
Dietary Fiber 13.10g	47%
Total Sugars 16.00g
Protein 16.80g	34%

Vitamin D 100IU	500%
Calcium 985mg	76%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 3893mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.0%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 61.3%