Potato and Watercress Soup

Creamy, nourishing, and bursting with vibrant flavor, Potato and Watercress Soup is the perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Featuring tender potatoes simmered in a savory vegetable stock and paired with the peppery freshness of watercress, this velvety soup is the ultimate cozy meal. A touch of heavy cream adds luxurious richness, while a splash of lemon juice elevates the flavors with a bright, zesty finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy, one-pot recipe is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer. Garnish with fresh watercress leaves for a stunning presentation, and serve with crusty bread for a satisfying, wholesome touch. Perfect for vegetarians and packed with nutrients, this soup is a delicious way to savor simple, seasonal ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 3 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 4 cups, loosely packed watercress
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 cup, for garnish watercress leaves
• 4 slices, for serving (optional) crusty bread

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced potatoes and stir to coat them in the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock, then bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 7

Remove the pot from heat and add the watercress to the soup. Stir until the leaves wilt, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer it in batches to a countertop blender.

Step 9

Return the pot to low heat and stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh watercress leaves, and serve warm with crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2256.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2264.4

Total Fat 85.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g
Cholesterol 120mg	0%
Sodium 4752.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 317.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 551.9mg	0%
Iron 18.2mg	0%
Potassium 5951.6mg	0%

*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: 33.9%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 55.9%