Watercress Soup with a Kick
Elevate your soup game with this vibrant and creamy Watercress Soup with a Kick! Packed with the peppery freshness of watercress, the hearty depth of potatoes, and a hint of citrusy brightness from lemon juice, this dish is brought to life with just a touch of cayenne pepper for a subtle, spicy kick. This easy-to-make recipe balances wholesome ingredients with bold flavors, making it a comforting yet sophisticated choice for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknights and is best served with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the velvety soup. Whether you're looking for a light starter or a satisfying one-pot meal, this watercress soup is as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 4 cups, packed watercress
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 loaf, for serving (optional) crusty bread
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir well. Cook for 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Add the watercress to the pot and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until wilted.
Remove the pot from the heat and allow it to cool slightly before blending.
Carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth and creamy.
Return the soup to the pot over low heat. Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve hot, optionally accompanied by slices of crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2771 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.6 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.6 g | 173% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 7283 mg | 317% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 404.3 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.9 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 4938 mg | 105% | |
*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.
