Whole30 Watercress Soup
Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant and creamy Whole30 Watercress Soup, a nutrient-packed recipe that’s as delicious as it is wholesome. Perfect for those following Whole30 or anyone looking for a dairy-free, gluten-free option, this soup combines tender zucchini, aromatic onion and garlic, and peppery watercress in a velvety coconut milk base. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy one-pot dish makes an ideal weeknight dinner or comforting lunch. The bright hints of lemon juice and optional parsley garnish bring an extra layer of freshness to every spoonful. Whether you’re detoxing or simply craving a wholesome yet flavorful bowl, this watercress soup is guaranteed to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 stalks, chopped celery
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 4 cups, packed watercress
- 0.5 cups coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
Add the diced zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
Add the watercress to the pot and stir until it wilts, about 2 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a high-speed blender and blend until creamy.
Stir in the coconut milk, sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.5 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6528 mg | 284% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.0 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 3050 mg | 65% | |
*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.
