Weight Watchers Zero Point Cabbage Soup - Recipe Diaries (2025)

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This cabbage soup recipe has been on this blog since March of 2016 and I recently updated the post with more information on the Cabbage Soup Diet and also included instructions on how to make this in your Instant Pot or Slow Cooker.

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The Cabbage Soup Diet

Cabbage soup is the magical soup that's supposed to help with weight loss and there is even a diet named after it called the Cabbage Soup Diet. It is a very strict diet where you can lose up to 10 pounds. For an entire week, you eat large amounts of this soup but during this time (7 days) you can also eat other foods like fruits and vegetables, beef, chicken, and brown rice according to Mayo Clinic's website.

I give props to anyone that can follow a strict diet like that. I could never just eat cabbage soup for that long of a time period. In fact, I'd get pretty bored with it. That is the brilliant part about myWW. It's zero points and can be served for lunch or dinner. Plus, you're getting in vegetables for the day.

How to make Cabbage Soup

  1. Spray pot with nonstick cooking spray.Saute onions carrots and garlic for 5 minutes.
  2. Add broth, Tomato paste, cabbage, green beans, basil, oregano, and Salt & Pepper to taste.
  3. Simmer for about 5-10 minutes until all vegetables are tender then add the zucchini and simmer for another 5 or so minutes.
  4. I have tried different variations. Leaving out green beans. Adding chopped green onions in addition to the yellow onion.
  5. All very good. You can customize it to your liking.
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What can I serve cabbage soup?

  • You don't just want to eat this zero point soup all day if you're on a diet, you need some protein and carbs to help keep you full.
  • Carbs: Try making my Air Fryer Garlic Bread recipe or Easy Cheesy Garlic Bread sticks as a side.
  • Protein:Make some air fryer chicken breast or air fryer salmon. Check out How to Grill Top Sirloin Steak which would make this even fancier.
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Recipe FAQs

Why do you lose so much weight following the cabbage soup diet?

If you follow the cabbage soup diet you can lose up to 10 pounds when you first start. This cabbage soup is very low in calories and you can eat it for every meal. The main reason for weight loss is being in a calorie deficit and eating fewer calories than what one would normally eat.

Can Cabbage Soup be Made in an Instant Pot?

Combine cabbage, onions, carrots, green beans, and zucchini to an Instant Pot with the garlic, tomato paste, and beef broth. Add the seasonings. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build. Release the pressure using a natural release method.

How to store leftover cabbage soup?

Add all the ingredients to your slow cooker and cook on low for 4 to 5 hours.

Does Cabbage Soup Help with Weight Loss?

To lose body fat you need to be in a calorie deficit whether or not you track calories or points. This cabbage soup is very low in calories and is a wonderful addition to your diet.
Your body needs other nutrients like proteins, fat, and whole grains to help you feel full and keep you satisfied all day. If all you ate was cabbage soup all day long, you'd be starving for the whole entire time, so please eat this soup with other healthy foods!

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Weight Watchers Zero Point Cabbage Soup

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  • Author: Jenna
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Total Time: 20 min
  • Yield: 6 to 8 1x
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This cabbage soup recipe has been on this blog since March of 2016 and I recently updated the post with more information on the Cabbage Soup Diet and also included instructions on how to make this in your Instant Pot or Slow Cooker

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups nonfat beef broth (reduced sodium)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cups chopped cabbage
  • 1⁄2yellow onion
  • 1⁄2 cup chopped carrot
  • 1⁄2 cup green beans
  • 1⁄2 cup chopped zucchini yellow or green
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon basil
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon oregano
  • salt & pepper

Instructions

  1. Spray pot with nonstick cooking spray.Saute onions carrots and garlic for 5 minutes.
  2. Add broth, Tomato paste, cabbage, green beans, basil, oregano, and Salt & Pepper to taste.
  3. Simmer for about 5-10 minutes until all vegetables are tender then add the zucchini and simmer for another 5 or so minutes.
  4. I have tried different variations. Leaving out green beans. Adding chopped green onions in addition to the yellow onion.
  5. All very good. Use whatever vegetables you like.
  6. Check post above for directions on how to use your Slow Cooker or Instant Pot.
  7. Serving size ½ cup

Notes

My WW Personal Points: 0 Click here to see in recipe builder (will have to log in)

  • Category: Easy
  • Method: Stove Top
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ½ cup
  • Calories: 30.1
  • Sugar: 2.8g
  • Sodium: 192.8mg
  • Fat: .1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0mg
  • Trans Fat: 0mg
  • Carbohydrates: 5.3g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 2.7g

Keywords: zero point cabbage soup

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with WW in any way. I am just a member who creates recipes based on their points system. This recipe is based on WW Freestyle program, and SmartPoints are the value system the company bases their foods on. Some recipes will have older points system values listed in them.

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Comments

  1. Theresa says

    lovely tasty soup, varied the green vegetables some times ,add a bunch of spinach, delicious , thankyou and lost a few pounds

  2. Jenna says

    Thanks Cindy!

  3. Cindy says

    love this recipe I could eat it all day!!!

  4. Jenna says

    I'm no longer on WW too. I got tired of them changing the points system all the time and just stick to calorie counting. Glad you like it and stick to whatever diet works for you! 🙂

  5. Alissa Schroeder says

    I’m no longer a Weight Watcher as I’ve embraced Intermittent Fasting (Delay, Don’t Deny) with fantastic results. But I love this recipe and make it many times during thanksgiving inter months. Sometimes I add ground turkey and sauté onions/garlic in it (it’s great). But of course that is no longer zero points.

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Weight Watchers Zero Point Cabbage Soup - Recipe Diaries (2025)

FAQs

How many times a day do you eat cabbage soup on the cabbage soup diet? ›

Just like the name says, the bulk of this diet is fat-free cabbage soup, eaten two to three times a day with other allowed foods assigned each day. Here's what you can add: Day 1: Fruit, except bananas. Day 2: Vegetables like leafy greens (not starchy), but no fruit.

Has anyone lost weight on the cabbage soup diet? ›

Some people may lose weight using the cabbage soup diet. However, there is no scientific evidence to support the diet's suitability for healthy weight loss. The cabbage soup diet is a diet fad that became popular in the 1980s. It involves eating primarily cabbage soup for 1 week.

Why is the cabbage soup diet not working? ›

What Experts Say. "The cabbage soup diet promises quick weight loss, but experts agree it's not a sustainable option. Protein and vegetables are a focus, but any weight lost is likely to be gained back. Plus, cutting food groups can lead to nutrient imbalances."

What happens if you do the cabbage soup diet for 2 weeks? ›

Because the Cabbage Soup Diet is very low in calories, it will likely result in short-term weight loss. However, most of that weight is likely to come back as soon as you stop the diet. Because the food choices on this diet are limited, it makes it difficult to eat enough calories to maintain your body weight.

What is the Dolly Parton diet? ›

One of the days, you can have some fruit along with your cabbage soup. Another day you can have some vegetables and as much cabbage soup as a girl could possibly want! You can also have a baked potato on the vegetable day, but Dolly once said that every time she ever “fell off of” a diet, it was because of potatoes.

Can you eat eggs on the cabbage soup diet? ›

They are high in calories and sugar, so they are not recommended on the cabbage soup diet. High-Fat Foods: Foods rich in saturated fats, such as fried foods, fatty cuts of meat, full-fat dairy products, vegetables like avocado, and high-fat sauces or dressings, should be avoided. It is also recommended to avoid eggs.

How to lose 10 pounds in a week? ›

To lose 10 pounds in one week, you'll need to burn between 3,500 and 5,000 calories more than you consume each day by restricting your diet to small portions of nutritious yet low-calorie foods, and significantly increasing your aerobic exercise with interval training, sports, and other vigorous activities.

Do doctors recommend the cabbage soup diet? ›

This diet, however, is highly calorie deficient, restrictive, and not sustainable. Thus, experts warn against its potential health hazards.

Does cabbage soup cleanse you out? ›

Cabbage has diuretic properties that helps get rid your body of excess liquid and toxins. It helps cleanse your liver and colon. Which is why cabbage forms the base for this detox cabbage soup. You can add veggies or proteins of your choice such as egg, ground chicken, lamb!

Does cabbage burn belly fat? ›

Cabbage is not a magic food that can burn fat on its own. However, as a low-calorie and high-fiber food, it can be a good addition to a healthy and balanced diet to support weight loss.

Can you have coffee while on the cabbage soup diet? ›

Eat only soup and fruit. Drink unsweetened tea and coffee. (Stick with water, unsweetened fruit juice and cranberry juice, but no diet soda, no carbonated beverages, no alcohol.)

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