Heart-Healthy Watercress Soup
Packed with vibrant greens and wholesome ingredients, this Heart-Healthy Watercress Soup is a creamy, nutrient-rich delight that’s perfect for nourishing both body and soul. Featuring peppery watercress, mild Yukon Gold potatoes, celery, and a touch of unsweetened almond milk, this dairy-free soup is brimming with plant-based goodness while keeping saturated fat and sodium in check. The addition of low-sodium vegetable broth and aromatic garlic and onion lends a comforting yet refreshing flavor profile, while a squeeze of lemon juice brightens each spoonful. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this versatile soup is ideal for a cozy lunch or as an elegant starter for dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and serve warm for the ultimate heart-healthy experience!
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Recipe Information
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)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and diced celery. Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
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.
Add the watercress to the pot and cook for an additional 3 minutes, just until wilted.
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.
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.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your heart-healthy watercress soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
560 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.3 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2202 mg | 96% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 985 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 3893 mg | 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.
