Keto Watercress Soup
Elevate your low-carb meal plan with this creamy and refreshing Keto Watercress Soup, a perfect blend of savory and nutritious ingredients. Bursting with bold flavors from sautéed garlic and onion, paired with the peppery zest of fresh watercress, this soup is a delightful comfort food that's rich yet guilt-free. Crafted with unsweetened broth and velvety heavy cream, it’s an elegant dish that’s low in carbs and keto-friendly. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy lunches. Garnish with a hint of nutmeg for an aromatic touch, and serve warm to enjoy a bowl of wholesome goodness packed with nutrients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups Watercress (tough stems removed)
- 3 cups Chicken or vegetable broth (low-carb and unsweetened)
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat and melt the butter.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Add the watercress to the pot, stirring for 2-3 minutes until it begins to wilt.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Use an immersion blender in the pot (or transfer the soup to a countertop blender in batches) to puree until smooth.
Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Let the soup warm through for another 2-3 minutes, but do not boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg on top for an aromatic garnish.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
749 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.7 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.8 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 4065 mg | 177% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1266 mg | 27% | |
*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.
