Whole30 Watercress Soup

Elevate your healthy eating game with this creamy and nourishing Whole30 Watercress Soup, a vibrant blend of fresh greens and wholesome ingredients perfect for a nutrient-packed meal. This recipe combines the peppery bite of watercress with tender zucchini, aromatic garlic, and onion, all simmered in a rich vegetable stock for a deep, comforting flavor. Finished with smooth coconut milk and a bright splash of lemon juice, this dairy-free, gluten-free soup is as satisfying as it is wholesome. Ready in just 30 minutes, it makes an ideal quick weeknight dinner or a light, flavorful lunch. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and freshness, and enjoy a bowl of this velvety goodness that perfectly aligns with your Whole30 goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Add the diced zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Add the watercress to the pot and stir until it wilts, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Stir in the coconut milk, sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1621.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	823.1

Total Fat 37.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6527.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 44.1g
Protein 24.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 398.3mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 3049.7mg	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: 39.4%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 49.0%