In the realm of healthy and flavorful soups, this cabbage Weight Watchers creation stands out as a comforting and versatile option, catering to both taste and nutrition. The stovetop method introduces a symphony of fresh vegetables—onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, and green beans—sauteed to golden perfection in a dutch oven, their aromas mingling to create a tantalizing base. The addition of spices such as basil, oregano, and parsley, coupled with the zing of red chili powder for those seeking an extra kick, transforms this vegetable medley into a savory haven. Tomato paste adds depth and richness, while reduced-sodium vegetable broth ties everything together, infusing the pot with a robust and satisfying flavor profile. As the crowning jewel, chopped cabbage is introduced, adding both texture and nutritional value. Covered and left to simmer on low heat, the vegetables meld seamlessly, creating a soup that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
For those who revel in the convenience of modern kitchen gadgets, the Instant Pot method offers a time-saving alternative without compromising on taste. With a quick spray of cooking oil, the Instant Pot becomes the stage for the same vibrant vegetable cast, sauteed effortlessly in saute mode. The spices, herbs, and tomato paste join the ensemble, followed by the vegetable broth and cabbage. The Instant Pot’s efficiency shines as it works its low-pressure magic, transforming raw ingredients into a piping hot bowl of comfort in just a fraction of the time. A brief natural release and a subsequent quick release complete the process, ensuring that the soup is ready to be enjoyed promptly.
Regardless of the chosen method, the end result is a wholesome and delectable cabbage Weight Watchers soup. Served hot or warm, it makes for a nourishing meal that not only satisfies the taste buds but also contributes to a balanced and health-conscious lifestyle. This recipe effortlessly marries the virtues of traditional stovetop cooking with the expediency of modern technology, offering a flavorful and convenient solution for those seeking a delicious yet nutritious dining experience.
Weight Watchers Zero point vegetable Soup
- 3 cups Vegetable broth reduced sodium
- ¼ inch Ginger Thai ginger
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup cabbage chopped
- ½ onion chopped
- ½ cup celery
- 1 cup carrot chopped
- ½ cup green beans
- ½ cup zucchini chopped
- 1 teaspoon basil chopped
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- ½ teaspoon red chilli optional
- salt & pepper to tasteInstructions
- Take a dutch oven or a thick bottomed saucepan and spray it with cooking oil spray.
- Once the pot is hot, bring the heat to medium and add onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, green beans and saute for 3-4 minutes.
- Add in salt, red chilli powder or cayenne pepper powder, black pepper powder, chopped basil, oregano and parsley along with tomato paste.
- Add vegetable broth or homemade vegetable stock.
- Stir everything well and add chopped cabbage.
- Cover with a tight fitting lid and cook for 10-15 minutes on low heat.
- Enjoy the soup hot or warm.How to make the cabbage weight watchers soup in an instant pot?
- Spray the inner pot of Instant Pot with cooking oil spray.
- Start the IP on saute mode and add onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, green beans and saute for 3-4 minutes.
- Add in salt, red chilli powder or cayenne pepper powder, black pepper powder, chopped basil, oregano and parsley along with tomato paste.
- Add vegetable broth or homemade vegetable stock.
- Stir everything well and add chopped cabbage.
- Cover with an IP lid and set the mode on low pressure for 4 minutes. Make sure that the pressure valve is in the sealing position.
- After this allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes and then force release the pressure.
- After the pressure is released completely, open the pressure cooker and enjoy the soup hot or warm.