Looking for a delicious, healthy soup that is both vegan and gluten-free? This Watercress, Spinach, and Leek Soup is the perfect way to nourish your body with nutrient-packed greens. It’s light yet filling, with a smooth, comforting texture that will leave you satisfied.
Nutrient-Packed Watercress, Spinach & Leek Soup
This watercress, spinach & leek soup is delightfully smooth and packed with wholesome goodness. It is a nourishing, plant-based option full of vibrant flavours and essential nutrients. Perfect for a light, healthy meal, this soup will keep you feeling satisfied and energised.
I find watercress and spinach very invigorating and this recipe is perfect whenever I need a little spring pick-me-up.
Mineral-rich watercress is said to boost immunity and help prevent cancer. It is also high in calcium, Vitamin C as well as folate. This is really a super ingredient we should all try to include more in our diet. It is versatile and can be added to soups, smoothies, salads etc…
Other watercress recipes to try
- Red Lentil Coconutty Dahl by Love Watercress
- Watercress Mayo
- Watercress Pesto
- Secretly Green Smoothie
- Vegan Pasta Primavera with Watercress & Almond Pesto
Just before serving, you can add some (dairy-free) cream on top of this soup as well as some chilli flakes. It is also really delicious with some crusty bread.
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I hope you enjoy this watercress, spinach & leek soup recipe as much as I do. If you do make it, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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Watercress, Spinach & Leek Soup
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Ingredients
- 100 g watercress
- 65 g spinach
- 200 g leek
- 450 g potatoes
- 2 garlic cloves – crushed
- 1 litre vegetable stock
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- dash of nutmeg
- optional: cream or dairy-free cream to serve
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan. Add finely chopped leek and crushed garlic. Cook for 3 mins.200 g leek, 2 Tbsp olive oil, 2 garlic cloves – crushed
- Add watercress, spinach, peeled and diced potatoes.100 g watercress, 65 g spinach, 450 g potatoes
- Add vegetable stock.1 litre vegetable stock
- Bring to the boil then cook covered under medium heat for 20 mins.
- Liquidise the soup. Season to taste with nutmeg.dash of nutmeg
- Serve with a dollop of cream or dairy-free cream if desired.optional: cream or dairy-free cream to serve
Nutrition
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Watercress, Spinach & Leek Soup
https://theflexitarian.co.uk/recipe-items/watercress-spinach-leek-soup-vegan-gluten-free/
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