
A light and peppery watercress soup, perfect as a starter.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the potato and garlic and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Stir in the watercress and cook for 2-3 minutes, until wilted and bright green.
Remove the pot from the heat and carefully blend the soup using an immersion blender or transfer it to a regular blender (in batches if necessary). Blend until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with a dollop of crème fraîche and a sprinkle of fresh watercress.
Nutrition per serving (350g)
For a richer flavor, you can use chicken broth instead of vegetable broth.
If you don't have crème fraîche, you can substitute sour cream or plain yogurt.
The soup can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
If you want to make it vegan, use a plant-based crème fraîche alternative.
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