WW Ground Beef & Cabbage Soup

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WW Ground Beef & Cabbage Soup is a  delicious soup and have 185 kcal. This prepares quickly in 50 minutes, pefrect ot prepare for busy days. It contains extra lean ground beef, olive oil, onion, garlic, carrots, celery stalks, green cabbage, tomatoes, herbs, low-sodium vegetable broth, tomato sauce, and seasonings. We would easily otain these items ssimply from the stores. Serve this soup with garlic toast, spinach salad, & roasted cauliflower. WW Ground Beef & Cabbage Soup stores perfectly, so we would easily make this for meal prep.

STATS:

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving Size: 1½ cups
  • Cooking Time: 35 minutes
  • Servings: 6
  • Course: Main
  • Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  • Calories: 185 kcal

EQUIPMENT:

  • Large soup pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle
  • Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS:

  • One pound extra lean ground beef
  • 2 medium sliced carrots
  • One tbsp olive oil
  • 2 chopped celery stalks
  • Half tsp salt
  • 1 medium diced onion
  • Two minced garlic cloves
  • 4 cups chopped green cabbage
  • Half tsp black pepper
  • 1 can undrained diced tomatoes
  • Four cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • Half tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Two tbsp parsley
  • 1 bay leaf

INGREDIENT NOTES:

EXTRA LEAN GROUND BEEF:

  • It gives a rich taste and good protein in the recipe. Extra lean ground beef keeps the fat and points low to make the soup satisfying. You may use ground chicken as per your preference.

OLIVE OIL:

  • This oil makes the vegetables soft and gives them richness. Also, it helps the vegetables not to stick with the pan. Include avocado oil if you are not using olive oil.

ONION:

  • It gives a base taste to the soup and gets sweet after cooking. You may use shallots as an option.

GREEN CABBAGE:

  • This cabbage becomes tender and gives bulk without adding extra calories. You may use savoy cabbage as a substitute.

BAY LEAF:

  • It releases its taste slowly in the broth while cooking and makes it delicious. You may take it out before serving or exclude it completely as per your choice.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm olive oil in the pot over moderate flame.
  2. Addd the ground beef in oil and cook till it get brown and break them in pieces with wooden spoon.
  3. Include the onion, carrots, garlic, and celery and cook for five minutes.
  4. Then we include the cabbage along with tomatoes, broth, tomato sauce, and seasonings.
  5. Gently boil the soup, then lower the flameand cover the pot and let it simmer for thirty minutes.
  6. Take out the bay leaf from the soup and include chopped parsley on top.
  7. Taste the soup and add some seasonings if required and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BREAD:

  • Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
  • Light Garlic Bread
  • Whole Grain Baguette
  • Rye Bread
  • Multigrain Breadsticks
  • Cornbread Muffins

SALADS:

  • Garden Salad
  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Greek Salad
  • Spinach Strawberry Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Arugula Parmesan Salad

VEGETABLE:

  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Roasted Cauliflower
  • Roasted Asparagus
  • Honey Glazed Carrots
  • Garlic Green Beans

SIDES:

  • Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
  • Steamed Green Beans
  • Garlic Sautéed Spinach
  • Lemon Roasted Cauliflower
  • Roasted Mushrooms
  • Cucumber Dill Salad
  • GRAIN & STARCH SIDES:
  • Brown Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Wild Rice Pilaf
  • Mashed Cauliflower
  • Baked Sweet Potato
  • Herb Couscous

SANDWICHES & TOASTS:

  • Turkey Avocado Sandwich
  • Grilled Cheese Sandwich
  • Tuna Salad Sandwich
  • Hummus Veggie Toast
  • Avocado Toast
  • Egg Salad Sandwich

CRACKERS & CRISPS:

  • Whole Grain Crackers
  • Seed Crackers
  • Rye Crispbread
  • Multigrain Crisps
  • Parmesan Crisps
  • Baked Pita Chips

TOPPINGS:

  • Fresh Parsley
  • Chopped Green Onions
  • Light Shredded Cheddar
  • Light Parmesan Cheese
  • Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt
  • Cracked Black Pepper

TIPS:

  • Include extra lean beef in the soup to lower the calories & WW points.
  • Cut the vegetables in equal sizes so they get cook in same time.
  • Simmer the soup gently and avoid boiling to get the best taste.
  • Chill the soup for one day, then serve so the flavours blend well in the soup.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the soup in the box & store for four days.

FREEZER:

  • Add the soup in the vessel & freeze for three months.

FAQs:

What is the good substitute of ground beef?

  • Yes, you may add ground turkey as the lower-fat alternative.

Can I make this soup ahead?

  • Yes, you may store it because the flavors get better after chilling.

Is this soup very spicy?

  • No, you may add crushed red pepper flakes as per your preference.

Are more vegetables good to include in this recipe?

  • Yes, you may add green beans, spinach, or red bell peppers.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 185 kcal

Net Carbs: 9 g

Iron: 2.4 mg

Total Carbs: 13 g

Vitamin A: 5,150 IU

Fiber: 4 g

Calcium: 72 mg

Protein: 21 grams

Sodium: 480 mg

Potassium: 760 mg

Weight Watcher Points: 2 Points