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Weight loss soup is the perfect recipe for a healthier you in 2024! If you are looking to drop a few pounds this low-calorie, nutrient-rich, high-fiber soup is healthy, flavorful, and fills you up!
Featured with this recipe
- Ingredients for Weight Loss Soup Recipe
- How to Eat Weight Loss Soup
- Will I Gain All My Weight Back Afterwards?
- Nutrition Information Per Cup
- Substitutions for Weight Loss Soup
- Instant Pot Weight Loss Soup
- Spices and Herbs to Use for Seasoning
- Frequently Asked Questions
- More Healthy Soup Recipes
- More Healthy Recipes to Kick Off the New Year
- How to Make Weight Loss Soup
- Weight Loss Soup Recipe
Weight loss soup is a combination of a couple of weight loss soup recipes that have been around for years – Weight Watchers Garden Vegetable Soup and the Cabbage Soup Diet Recipe. We added kidney beans for protein to help you feel fuller for a longer period of time. Feel free to add or subtract vegetables to your taste. The benefit of this soup is that it tastes great and it does help you lose weight.
We call this soup “magic” because we have all incorporated it into our diets at one point in another with terrific results! It’s so much more than a bland cabbage soup or vegetable soup. It is a low-carb, hearty soup that is full of flavor and keeps you satisfied and on track with healthy eating.
Ingredients for Weight Loss Soup Recipe
This weight-loss soup recipe is just what you need to start the year off right! It is full of nutrients, low-calorie, and healthy ingredients to make this a filling soup. This weight-loss soup is one you need to have!
- Chicken broth – Low-sodium chicken broth gives a flavorful base for the soup. It adds liquid and moisture to the soup.
- V-8 juice – This is a flavor enhancement filled with all the nutrients from eight ingredients everyone loves.
- Diced tomatoes – Italian diced tomatoes from a can are poured into the soup. Tomatoes have a rich flavor with a great source of vitamins.
- Onion – Slice and chop the onion into small pieces.
- Garlic – Minced garlic cloves have their own health benefits.
- Mushrooms – Slice the mushrooms into thin slices.
- Vegetables – Carrots, zucchini, and squash are peeled and sliced in uniform sizes to help them cook and soften at the same time.
- Green beans – Fresh or frozen green beans work well.
- Kidney beans – Drained and rinsed thoroughly in a strainer. Add more types of lentils for more protein.
- Cabbage – Shredded cabbage softens and adds flavor to the base of the soup.
- Italian seasoning – Adds flavor and seasoning to the weight-loss soup.
How to Eat Weight Loss Soup
You still need to get a healthy amount of calories (about 1,200 a day) to lose weight at a healthy rate. For best results follow this diet plan we have found to work!
- Breakfast – Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning, focusing on lean proteins.
- Lunch – Eat a bowl of Weight Loss Magic Soup for lunch.
- Snack – Have another bowl of the delicious vegetable soup for an afternoon snack.
- Dinner – Then, at dinnertime, eat a bowl of the weight loss soup along with a serving of lean protein and a serving of whole grain, for example, a 4-ounce chicken breast and ½ cup of brown rice.
- Water – Drink plenty of water during the day to stay hydrated.
- Work out – Exercise at least 30 minutes 5 or more days a week for maximum results.
Will I Gain All My Weight Back Afterwards?
It’s important to note that we don’t recommend following this strict diet for more than seven days. After a week, be sure to maintain a healthy diet, having this soup intermittently until you reach your desired weight. Think of this as a positive kick-off to your diet, a way to shed pounds and gain some confidence as you continue your lifestyle change.
A great way to help with portion control is to eat a bowl of soup before you eat your regular meal. The soup will fill your stomach with healthy vegetables, and you will feel less hungry during your meal.
Nutrition Information Per Cup
- 57 calories
- 11 carbs
- 0 fat
- 4 protein
- 225 sodium
Substitutions for Weight Loss Soup
- Vegetables – You can substitute any vegetable. Just try to avoid starch ones like potatoes, peas, or corn if you can. Kale, spinach, and celery are delicious and filling substitutions.
- Chicken broth – Beef broth or vegetable broth can be used instead of chicken broth. Feel free to use low-sodium broth or make your own.
- Protein – We use kidney beans in our recipe to add some protein to this soup. White beans, pinto beans, black beans, or red beans can also be used and the calorie count will stay the same. You can also use lean ground beef or ground turkey, but keep in mind that the calorie count will go up.
Instant Pot Weight Loss Soup
We received a comment from Samantha, who made this soup in her Instant Pot. Thank you for sharing this, Samantha! Read her review on how she made the weight-loss soup in the instant pot!
“I did it in the instant pot! I sauteed the onions, garlic, carrots, green beans, and mushrooms in olive oil. Then, I added broth and gave it a good stir to scrape up bits. I added Kale instead of cabbage and cooked it for 5 minutes. Quick release, add zucchini and stir. Add tomatoes last and don’t stir. Cook another 5 minutes and quickly release. I didn’t add beans or tomato juice. I sprinkled it with parmesan and it was wonderful!”
Spices and Herbs to Use for Seasoning
In addition to the onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and the seasonings in the diced tomatoes and V-8 juice, you can add any of the following additional seasonings!
- Basil
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Parsley
- Sage
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Tony Chachere’s Cajun Seasoning
“Wow!! Just made this! I’ve never made soup before and it tastes AMAZING!! Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe!”
-Kristen
Frequently Asked Questions
This weight-loss soup recipe makes about 20 cups of soup, so you will have plenty to eat all week long. It stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to seven days and freezes beautifully. Make a double or triple batch and store it in the freezer for up to three months.
Each cup of weight-loss soup has only 57 calories! It is such a satisfying way to get your vegetables in for the day. If you are worried about sodium content, feel free to use low-sodium V8 or even tomato juice (homemade or store-bought). You can also use fresh veggies instead of canned or low-sodium broths to reduce sodium as well.
If this is something you’re worried about, or if you find yourself hitting up the bathroom too much for your liking, eat the soup along with some whole-wheat toast, brown rice, or even a banana. That should help!
It is always good to have a variety of meals each day. This is a great way to start a healthy new year and diet but is also good to have variations of meals for more nutritional values.
The amount of weight loss varies for each person. There are several variables to consider when using this weight-loss soup. Some examples are exercise, hydration, and body structure or type.
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How to Make Weight Loss Soup
Weight Loss Soup
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Equipment
- Crock Pot (Slow Cooker)
Ingredients
- 32 ounces chicken broth you may use low-sodium
- 3 cups V-8 juice *see recipe notes
- 28 ounces Italian diced tomatoes
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 3 carrots peeled and sliced
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 yellow squash diced
- 2 cups green beans fresh or frozen
- 14 ounces kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 3 to 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large frying pan sprayed with cooking spray, saute garlic, onions, carrots, and mushrooms for about 5 minutes.
- In a large crockpot, combine sauteed garlic and vegetables with the remaining ingredients.
- Cook on high for 2-3 hours, or until vegetables are fork-tender.
- FREEZING INSTRUCTIONSThis makes a large batch of soup. If you would like to freeze portions of it to use later, undercook the vegetables just a little. Pour the soup into freezer Ziplock bags and let as much air out as you can. Lay the bags flat on a cookie sheet and freeze. Once the soup is frozen flat, it is easy to layer in your freezer and won't take up much room. To thaw, place the bag in the fridge for 24 hours and then reheat.
hi how long will i see results in losing any weight
I usually do this for a full 7 days… last time I did it, I lost 8Lbs… but I was REALLY strict and did a lot of exercise. We are playing around with the idea of making an e-book with a menu/exercise plan to help you maximize your results. Would you be interested in something like that?
Yes, I would definitely be interested!
me to 🙂
I would be really interested in this also, however I have an iron deficiency, so get tired real easy, any suggestions?
Probably the best thing to do would be to talk to your doctor if you were looking to lose weight… sorry, I don’t want to give you bad advice!
for Iron deficiency add spinach, cooked spinach is supposed to be better than raw spinach for iron deficient person’s or at least it has helped me! But my doctor also suggested an iron pill to help!
Definately would be interested in that!
And thank you for posting this recipe!
I would definitely be interested in an e-book as well Erica.
I would also be interested.
I would love it if you would do an e-book!
You are in luck… we DO have an e-book 🙂 /store
I would love the e book exercise/ eating plan as I am new to this weight loss venture need to get weight down and watch carbs thanks
You bet! Let us know how it works out for you!!
This looks sooo good! But, isn’t it going to be a whole lot of sodium?? Each can of soup has about 350 -400mgs of soup…
There are many low salt soups on the market that you could substitute without changing the flavor.
Oh my goodness people, please READ THE RECIPE! She has addressed the salt content and given substitute suggestIons. She’s addressed the nutritional data and if you would read the post you would know this. Are you not embarrassed to ask the same question over and over again?
I’m not sure the soup diet should be your first priority. Perhaps reading comprehension would be a good place to start.
Made me snort! Seriously, I couldn’t agree more.
This sounds really good. Would know how much sugar this has in it and how does it work for Diabetes
You may need to put the recipe/ingredients in one of those nutrition sites to figure that out. I don’t know much about diabetes so the best thing I would say is to ask your doctor…
This soup would be very good for diabetics as there are no added sugars, only the small amount of natural ones in the veggies. The starch in the beans could raise the blood sugar a little, but is offset by the fiber. I would lower the sodium by making my own V-8 juice and chicken broth. Overall a very good choice for everyone, including diabetics.
Can we sub the V-8 juice? I have a heart condition that requires me to watch salt content, and I find V-8 juice super salty. Thanks!
You can use tomato juice instead
Try the low salt variety of V-8 also. It tastes really good.
I use the v-8 low sodium or sometimes v-8 low spicy sodium.
You could also use low sodium or sodium free chicken or vegetable broth/bouillon.
I have some cooking in my crockpot right now…smells so good! Thanks for adding the nutritional info!
Be Blessed!
As I don’t particularly like the veggie bite I purred it somewhat & found it delicious.
Instead of spinach, what else could be substituted for the cabbage? Cooked cabbage is not a flavor that I like and I have some who are not crazy about spinach. Since there is a lot of cabbage in the recipe, something else would have to replace the cabbage. Do you have a list of suggestions? I can’t wait to try this!!
You can definitely use Kale… that is a GREAT alternative
Can I use Spinach instead of cabbage. I don’t like cabbage but love spinach. Will it add any calories to it?
You can definitely sub spinach for the cabbage. The calorie count would basically stay the same.
Im going to eat the soup just like it is but hubby likes meat so i was wondering what kind of meat would be good in this?
I would do some grilled diced chicken or sausage or meatballs.
thank you sounds good!!
My mom has a recipe just like this – we call it “cabbage soup” but the official name is “weight watchers beef vegetable soup” or something like that. Ours is pretty much the same, except it has some cooked ground beef in it. It calls for tomato juice instead of V-8 (or at least I always used our canned tomato juice instead of V-8 so I no longer even notice it says V-8?) I prefer more broth and less tomato juice so I change the proportions slightly. It’s great made in either the crockpot (with pre-cooked meat of course) or simmered on the stove. Leftover veggies go great in here too. Really don’t taste the cabbage, at least I don’t. I don’t think my recipe has dried beans but that’s because we don’t need it with the beef? It’s good. It’s actually a Christmas lunch tradition for us.
Approximately how much weight do you lose in what amount of time?
I lost 8 Lbs in one week before my wedding…. but I was REALLY strict and it was combined with working out. I had the soup 3x a day and a really light dinner.. like baked chicken or a salad. This is a great diet kick-off. I usually do it for one week before starting a regular diet. It just gives me that initial push that I need to get started!
I’m having a hard time believing/understanding that the instructions would say “Cook on high for 2-3 hours, or until vegetables are cooked.” for canned or soft veggies that require little cooking time. Perhaps a typo? If on HIGH for 2-3 hours, I’ve the feeling the liquid would burn off to nothing.
Cook on high for 2 to 3 hours in a crockpot (or slow cooker). You would definitely not want to cook in on high over the stove for that long! Haha 🙂
Emily, you are an extremely patient person. 😉
It says to cook 2-3 hours on high in a crockpot. That is why it will not dry out, as for the can vegetables, there should not be an issue with them in a crockpot for 2-3 hours. Stovetop is entirely different type of cooking from crockpot.
Emily, it must be annoying to receive all of those questions that you have already given in the recipe.
Best comment Ive read…agreed.
Thinking the exact same thing…LOL! READ people!
Man, I was thinking the same thing! People need to read!
Quick question. I know it says cook on high, can I do it on low and double the time or does it make it too soggy? Thanks
Can can simmer it on low for a longer amount of time but I would wait to add the vegetables that can get soggy (such as the carrots and squash) until 2-3 hours before serving… even if it is on low heat. Hope this helps!
I’m glad to know that I’m not the only one thinking the same thing. Surely, I’m not the only one that knows you should read a recipe completely before making it.
To funny folks!! We need a “for real?” button!! bahahaha….just read and you will find you answers I did!! btw…I LOVE this soup and I added some boneless chicken breast..pre-cooked ..for extra protein as I need 124 gm a day!! Yum Yum
How long would it take if I wanted to do this on the stovetop? Simmer for 30-45 minutes?
I did my first batch on the stove top. Have to cook at medium, not high, so it won’t boil over. I still had to cook it for 3 hours unless you like your veggies under done. I know some do and believe it’s better that way. Less “gassy” to me, if it’s cooked slow and longer. 🙂 also the flavors blend to a richness. If you are looking for fast, maybe a pressure cooker? but I wouldn’t know the setting.
I may try this in slow cooker. i will let yall know.
Hi, you said in one of your comments the soup doesn’t contain fat but in the nutrition facts, it shows that it does. Also, would this be okay to eat ALL THE TIME? Thank you!
The fat content technically isn’t enough to count on weight watchers or calorie counting diets. You could eat it in place of lunch and dinner and if you feel hungry in-between and it’s a great low calorie filler full of vitamins and nutrients.
what size cans are we using?
They are all just the regular size 14 to 16 oz cans.
I hate mushrooms, what can I use instead
You can sub out any of the vegetables, just try to stay away from starches like corn and potatoes. I just made a batch with kale and butternut squash in it and it turned out really good!
What did you put in the kale and butternut. I did this soup before .When ever I was hunger I ate the soup. My kids loved it too, but the cabbage gives you alot of gas and to much salt. I have high blood pressure so I’m looking for some kind of soup that will full me
I used the low sodium chicken broth, or you can make your own if you have the time by cooking down a couple of chicken thighs with minced onion, carrot, garlic & celery (optional). salt substitute & pepper optional. Remove the thighs when cooked and set aside or freeze for some other recipe. Let broth cool in fridge. Any fat turns to solid on the top. Just scoop out and throw away the fat. also the low sodium V8 juice is available. If you use all fresh veggies, you have control over salt content. You could even stew your own cut up fresh tomato’s with Italian spice depending on how much salt you need to control but since the recipe makes a huge pot and you need some salt, you may not need to go that far. Ask you doctor. Do they make low sodium diced canned tomato’s? I haven’t looked.
Good Luck! to both of us. 🙂
mary Z
they make canned tomatoes “NO SALT ADDED”. I use those with one can of regular and plenty of salt for us.. can’t wait to try this soup. Wanting to loose about 20 lbs.
What size cans are the chicken broth, beans, & tomatoes? Thanx for this recipe. Been looking for a nice vegetable soup that’s filling but low on calories. My diet is protein-driven but these veggie-carbs are exactly what I needed…low in calories & filling & fuel me up.
They are all just the regular size 14 to 16 oz cans.
Good grief, just read the recipe. It is great and healthy Thanks for the recipe!
the usual size of broth cans I see are 32 oz not 16, but beans and tomatoes are 16 oz??? do you really mean 2 16 oz cans of broth? why not one 32 oz can? or is it supposed to be 2 -32 oz cans of broth? thanks- very confusing……
It is definitely two 16 ounce cans of chicken broth or one 32 ounce can. I corrected it on the recipe. Thank you!
I was going to ask the same question.
Would it be possible to get the nutritional information for this soup? I mainly would like to know how many carbs per serving.
Here is the nutritional information per 1 cup of soup:
57 calories
11 carbs
0 fat
3 protein
398 sodium
Thank you! Hate to be a pest but does that include the beans?
Yes, that does include the beans.
Sorry – do you know the fiber content? Trying to calculate the WW PP 🙂
I just updated the recipe to include the nutritional information. The dietary fiber is 4.5 per serving.
how much fibre does it have?
I just updated the recipe to include the nutritional information. The dietary fiber is 4.5 per serving.
I don’t see the nutritional information in the recipe. When you updated it, where did you put it?
I just added it to the paragraph above the recipe. But, here it is for your reference.
The nutrition info is for 1 cup of soup:
57 calories
11 carbs
0 fat
3 protein
398 sodium
The nutritional info was missing the fiber. Do you have it too?
In your nutritional info you did not show the amount of fiber in your soup. Could you please add that info?
Thanks
She mentioned above that the fiber is 4.5 per serving (1 cup).
it says 398 of salt. but if i dont add salt, and if i use all low sodium ingredients …. !??!?
The sodium content varies slightly on different brands of low sodium products. If you use low sodium V-8, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes and don’t add salt, the sodium count per serving will be reduced to approximately 42 mg depending on the brand. Thank you for asking!
will try it tommorrow thank you my and I NEED TO LOSE ABOUT 100 LBS TOGETHER
I hope you enjoy it! This soup is great for weight loss because it is very filling and very low in calories. You can do it!!! 🙂
Would cannellini or navy beans do as well and have as much an effect on weight loss as kidney beans? Thank you.
Any kind of beans you like in soup will do. Beans add fiber and protein to the soup. I like kidney beans or red beans in this soup because it gives it gives it the flavor of a minestrone soup.
Do baked beans count too? If I drain the tomato sauce?
Also what do you suggest after the 7 days of the magic soup? Do you have any long term diet programs?
After I complete the 7 days, I’m thinking of starting the program at: http://www.TheVenusGuide.com – Would you recommend?
Sorry for so many questions lol
You could use the baked beans. You should check out our e-book! /store
Hi I need to do a recibe without tomado cause I’m alergic, does it Work without no tomate thanks you
It wouldn’t taste quite the same but you can definitely leave the tomato out
Can I put ground turkey to add protein? How many calories would it add?
Yes, you can add ground turkey to the soup. It will add more protein and flavor with very few calories. If you use 1 lb of ground turkey in the recipe, it would add 33 calories per cup of soup.
The soup sounds wonderful and I am sure it tastes very good.. I will have to try it myself but really there is no such thing as weight loss magic soup..
Let’s keep it real..
Eat smart and EXERCISE.
#paystobefit
Please tell me you don’t really think anyone believes this soup will make them “magically” lose weight? We all know it is smart food choices, and exercise that make weight come off or stay off!
You are absolutely right. This is a great low-cal option that is also filling that will help you shed those pounds!
made it, love it, and it really helped me. Kept me from making poor choices when hungry. It’s great for lunch and a little before dinner or as a snack, so I don’t overeat. Helps me avoid those vending machines and fast food junk. Thanks so much.
mary
If you have the weight to lose & don’t eat junk food, thinking eating the soup will take the weight off, yes it does-Terri. No it isn’t magical, but most people who are desparate to lose weight need to see immediate results for encouragement to keep going, this will do it. It does not carry the daily nutritional value you need, but snaking on it between meals is better than grabbing a cookie. It is worth trying, as opposed to resigning yourself to being an unhealthy weight.
I can’t wait to try this!!
I’ve eaten this now for the 3rd day, 1 -2 bowls a day and it delish, but this need s to be a colonoscopy prep! I had to come home from work! It was awful but great at the same time! Think I’ll lay off a couple days!
SALT is the #1 reason people cannot loose weight even if dieting. Ever look at the salt content of that can of Low Sodium V-8. Horribly high and also will increase your potassium significantly. NOT a good choice anytime. Sorry to burst your bubble, but this is enough sodium to do serious damage to your blood pressure, weight, heart, kidney’s- think, people, think.
If you are worried about the salt content, please read the FAQ section of the post. We list alternatives if you need to make this low-sodium
not true. i have lost 80lbs by diet only, no exercise, and always had a high sodium diet. and if you do some current research, sodium is not as bad as it was once thought to be.
This soup will absolutely take the pounds off!! I’ve been losing a pound a day!
Woo hoo! Nice work!!!
Right on! !
In 2008, I went to see my primary physician for an appointment. I notice that he had lost weight, and I asked him how he did it. (I needed to lose weight, as well). He told me it’s called “The Soup Diet”. Also, no white potatoes, no white rice, no bread, no pasta. I had a bowl at each meal (including breakfast) along with a side (meat or veggies). I rode my tricycle as much as possible, or walked. I lost 40 lbs.! Surprised the heck out of me, believe me! If I can do it, you can do it! REMEMBER — NO WHITE STUFF! And don’t eat anything after 6 PM. Drink lots of water!
I work weird hours, so I just have to think of my ‘get to work time’ as 8 am, no matter what time it really is. lol. This soup is really helping me. I added celery and fresh spinach to the recipe. Just started and ended my second week. 10 lbs gone! I’ve been walking when I take a break at work, getting my mile in for the day, even if not all at once. I’ve got a long way to go but I’ll get there. This soup really taste’s great. Love minestrone and I just passed the recipe to my brother as we are both trying to loose.
Mary Z
Mary!!! Wow! 10 Lbs!!! That is awesome! Great work!!!!!!! That is a huge accomplishment! Seriously, way to go!
Mary, waht are you eating besides the soup, and how much of the soup are you eating? I have a lot of weight to lose and I really enjoy the soup, I’m just not sure how much I should have and what else I can eat to get results. Congrats on the weight loss!
Hard not to eat after six if you don’t get home from work after six
Then obviously the answer to that is to eat asap and keep a strict schedule to not eat, say after 7 or 8, but you’d be better off not eating a huge meal, maybe if you can bring snacks to work, have some before leaving.
*eyeroll* I do believe they have made this quite clear.
Really, was that necessary. This is a low calorie quick start. It also states healthy eating and working out.
Kudos! Love that kind of honesty…
Cannellini beans ARE kidney beans. They’re white kidney beans and I love them. This soup sounds fast simple and extremely low fat — however! I would require a meat source. Largely chopped boneless/skinless/cleaned chicken thighs would add such flavor, protien, enjoyment and chewability to this soup AND with very little fat added to the soup. saute till golden brown on 2 sides them add the veggies and make the soup. Yum!
Actually, beans is a suitable source of protein for those who are not meat-lovers. Chicken would be fine as it’s low in saturated fat. But it’s not a necessity 😉 Sometimes going meatless helps get the digestive tract cleaned out.
I am a vegetarian, not a vegan, and I think this is a wonderful soup. Thank you for sharing 🙂 No complaints here.
Thank you!
Beans are not a complete protein…you red toad corn to the soup to provide a complete protein…reason Navajo s ate that particular combination.
I will try this soup. Looks very nice. One question: may be is too much to boil veggies for 2-3 hours. Is it a data entry error?
I am sure this question has been asked, but I scrolled down a LONG way and never found it. Is the serving size 1 cup per meal?
Yes, the serving size is 1 cup for 57 calories.
and how much ml is 1 cup???
There are 250 ml’s in one cup. Thanks for asking!
Does anyone know the macros per 1 cup serving? (grams of protein, carbs, fats)
Hi Jordan, per 1 cup serving of Weight Loss Magic Soup there are 3 grams protein, 11 carbs, and 0 grams fat. Thanks for asking!
I have colitis so therefore when i make this soup i cannot put in cabbage.
Have any ideas of a replacement? Kale, perhaps?
You can use kale or spinach as a substitute for the cabbage. Thank you for asking!