Low FODMAP
Watercress
Comfortable range at the portion shown below.
CategoryVegetables
Watercress and the low FODMAP diet
Watercress delivers a sharp, peppery flavor and tender stems that wilt rapidly when heated or blended into soups. It contains negligible fermentable carbohydrates and digests comfortably without triggering intestinal distress. This aquatic green concentrates calcium, vitamin K, and antioxidants that support bone density and cellular health. Watercress serves as a potent, low-FODMAP ingredient for garnishes, salads, and light preparations.
Listed portion
1 cup loose / 25g
Portion size can change a FODMAP result. Treat this as the context for the range—not a personal tolerance guarantee.
FODMAP groups
No higher group listed
Group information helps organize reintroduction challenges and possible stacking.
What can change the result?
Wash watercress thoroughly in multiple water baths to remove sand and aquatic debris before drying completely. Add watercress at the very end of cooking or serve raw to preserve delicate flavor and heat-sensitive nutrients. Store fresh bunches stems-down in water inside sealed containers to maintain hydration and crispness. Combine watercress with mild cheeses and low-FODMAP dressings to balance intensity and enhance palatability.
About Watercress
Is Watercress low FODMAP?
Watercress is currently listed as low FODMAP in this database. The result should be read with the listed portion: 1 cup loose / 25g.
Does portion size matter?
Yes. FODMAP load depends on quantity and can also be affected by other foods eaten in the same meal.
Can everyone with IBS tolerate it?
No food result predicts individual tolerance. A dietitian can help interpret symptoms, portions, and reintroduction challenges.
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