Weight Watchers Low-Points Cabbage Soup
A hearty, filling, and ultra-low-point vegetable soup packed with fiber-rich cabbage and flavorful broth. Great for meal prep, weight loss support, or a light, satisfying dinner.
Prep & Cook Time
- Prep: 15 minutes
- Cook: 35–45 minutes
- Total: ~1 hour
Serves: 6–8
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1/2 large green cabbage, chopped (or 1 small head)
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 zucchini, diced (optional for extra volume)
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
Broth Base
- 6–8 cups low-sodium vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional for richer flavor)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Optional Add-Ins (Still WW-Friendly)
- chopped spinach or kale
- mushrooms
- green beans
- lemon juice (for brightness)
- fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Sauté the Base
Heat a large pot over medium heat.
Add a splash of broth or 1 tsp olive oil (optional).
Cook:
- onion
- celery
- carrots
Sauté for:
- 5–7 minutes
until slightly softened.
Add garlic and cook:
- 30 seconds
2. Add Remaining Vegetables
Stir in:
- cabbage
- bell pepper
- zucchini (if using)
Cook for:
- 3–5 minutes
until slightly wilted.
3. Add Liquids & Seasoning
Pour in:
- broth
- diced tomatoes
- tomato paste (if using)
Add:
- oregano
- basil
- thyme
- paprika
- pepper
- salt
- chili flakes
Stir well.
4. Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat.
Simmer uncovered:
- 30–35 minutes
until all vegetables are tender and flavors blend.
5. Adjust & Finish
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Optional:
- squeeze lemon juice for brightness
- sprinkle fresh parsley
Serving Suggestions
Light Meal
- enjoy as-is (zero or very low points)
More Filling Meal
Add:
- shredded chicken breast
- lean turkey meat
- beans (if points allow)
Variations
Spicy Detox Version
Add:
- extra chili flakes
- cayenne pepper
- hot sauce
Italian Style
Add:
- extra basil
- parmesan cheese (small amount)
- oregano-heavy seasoning
Protein Boost Version
Add:
- cooked chicken breast
- ground turkey
- lentils (moderate points)
Storage
- Refrigerator: up to 5 days
- Freezer: up to 3 months
- Reheat: stovetop or microwave
WW-Friendly Tips
- Use zero-oil sauté method to keep points very low
- Load up on non-starchy vegetables for fullness
- Avoid heavy cream or cheese to maintain low points
- Add lean protein if needed for satiety
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low calorie
- High fiber
- Filling and hydrating
- WW-friendly (often 0–2 points per serving depending on ingredients)
- Great for meal prep and resets
