Watercress Soup With a Kick

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Watercress Soup With a Kick: A Delicious and Healthy Soup Recipe

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

130

Sugar

Fat

Watercress Soup with a Kick is an easy and creamy soup recipe that is perfect for any fall evening. This tasty soup is perfect for those who are looking for a healthy yet satisfying meal that is simple to make. With its nutrient-dense ingredients, this soup is satisfying and will leave you feeling full and satisfied. Whether you are looking for a comforting meal, a weight loss-friendly choice, or a tasty starter this recipe is perfect. The soup is rich, smooth, and spicy providing a light, balanced meal that will satisfy any palette. This easy recipe takes under an hour to make and can be adapted to suit seasonings and serve with croutons or coarsely ground black pepper.

Instructions

1.	In a medium pot, bring the chicken broth and potatoes to a boil over high heat.
2.	Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
3.	Add the watercress and shallot, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
4.	Use an immersion blender or transfer the soup to a blender and blend until smooth.
5.	Return the soup to the pot over low heat, and stir in the milk, white pepper, and salt, and cook for 2-3 minutes.

PROS

Watercress Soup is a low calorie and low fat soup that is perfect for those looking to consume a healthy and delicious meal.
It contains watercress which is known for being nutrient-dense and is loaded with vitamins and minerals like iron and calcium.
The white pepper in the soup is also known to aid in digestion and aids in overall respiratory health.

CONS

While this soup is healthy, some people might not like the strong taste of watercress.
Additionally, the soup might be too spicy for individuals who are sensitive to heat experiences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Watercress is a highly nutritious leafy green vegetable that helps fight cancer, improve eyesight, and reduce inflammation. It is high in Vitamin C, which is great for immune-boosting properties. White pepper is used for digestive health, respiratory health, and detoxification.

	4 cups chicken broth
	2 medium boiling potatoes , peeled and cut into 1 in pieces
	1 1/2 cups watercress
	1 shallot , chopped
	1 cup milk
	1 teaspoon white pepper
	salt