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This crockpot cabbage soup recipe is not only delicious and flavorful but chock full of vegetables with lots of fiber and is very satisfying. All you need to do is dump everything in the slow cooker and let it do the work for you!

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Table of Contents

  • Healthy Crockpot Soup
  • Cabbage Soup Diet
  • Recipe Ingredients
  • How to Make Cabbage Soup in the Crockpot
  • How Long Does Cabbage Soup Take to Cook
  • Cabbage Soup Variations
  • 5 star review
  • Recipe FAQs
  • Storage
  • More Veggie Filled Soups
  • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Printable Recipe

Healthy Crockpot Soup

I don’t know about you, but I crave all the soup recipes when it’s cold outside. I’ve been trying to eat healthier, so I’ve been making more vegetable soups like this one, vegetable beef soup and my chicken vegetable soup recipe.

This cabbage soup AKA weight loss soup is a great way to get your daily vegetables in with little calories similar to this green smoothie.

It’s an easy healthy dinner idea made with satisfying and nutritious ingredients! This whole 30-friendly, low carb, vegetarian, vegan, and zero point Weight Watchers crockpot cabbage soup is an ideal addition to any lifestyle.

Cabbage Soup Diet

Have you heard of the cabbage soup diet? You can read more about cabbage soup diet on Healthline, but basically, it is a short-term diet (cleanse) where you eat this low carb cabbage soup for lunch and dinner with other foods such as fruit and grains.

It’s definitely not long-term sustainable, but it might be good to kick-start a diet for a couple of days, especially when aiming to lose weight.

I’ve never done it before (I think I would get bored honestly), but I love this healthy soup recipe that tastes delicious! Even my kids will eat it. I wouldn’t say they “LOVE IT,” but they’ll definitely eat it over raw vegetables any day. ;)

Recipe Ingredients

Adding in fresh healthy vegetables, this hearty cabbage soup is great to get all your daily vegetables in one meal. You will love the intense flavor of the simple ingredients!

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Find the fullprintable recipewith specific measurements below.

  • Vegetables: Cut and chop all the vegetables evenly to help them cook together. The celery, onion, green cabbage, green beans, bell pepper, zucchini and carrots are all fresh and produce that needs to be chopped ahead of time.
  • Tomato: Grab a can of diced tomatoes and add to the slow cooker. This will help save time but it also can be flavored to add in more depth to your healthy dinner.
  • Tomato paste: Thicken your soup with a bit of flavor in the cabbage soup.
  • Italian seasoning: Always an easy favorite to add several seasonings at once.
  • Garlic: This adds in a subtle hint of earthy flavors with a nutty and raw flavoring.
  • Flavorful broth: Pick from nonfat vegetable broth, beef broth, or chicken broth.
  • Salt and pepper: Add a little or more depending on your tastebuds!

How to Make Cabbage Soup in the Crockpot

This easy cabbage soup recipe is so simple to make! Chopping all the vegetables may take a few extra minutes but it is worth the flavor and deliciousness as it effortlessly simmers in your slow cooker all day.

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  • Chop and prepare. Place all of the chopped vegetables in the bottom of the slow cooker base.
  • Tomatoes and seasoning. Add in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Next sprinkle the Italian seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper over the vegetables.
  • Cook time. Pour in the broth. Cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • Serve. Add more salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and enjoy!

How Long Does Cabbage Soup Take to Cook

Crock pot cabbage soup is a dump-and-go soup so the slow cooker does all the work! It’s easy to make on the weekend and then be able to enjoy all week long for lunch and dinner.

Take your time slowly cooking this on low for 8 hours or speed it up to have dinner in less than 4 hours by cooking it on high! You can also cook it on the stove top in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat for about 30 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.

This is going to be your favorite slow-cooker soup!

Cabbage Soup Variations

Create the best cabbage soup you love with these additions. Keep the great same base, then make this vegetable cabbage soup even healthier by adding in plant-based protein with beans, or spice it up a bit!

  • Vegetables: You can absolutely substitute vegetables with this easy soup recipe as long as you end up with a total 8 cups of vegetables. I like to avoid starchy vegetables, like potatoes, but you can definitely add them in to make it heartier.
  • Broth: Vegetable, beef stock, or chicken broth all taste great in this recipe. You can also add in a can of V-8, tomato juice or tomato sauce to thicken it up and add flavor.
  • Beans: Sometimes I’ll add in a can of kidney beans or white beans as well to make it go a little further. It adds a delicious flavor too.
  • Meat: There’s nothing stopping you from adding in some cooked ground beef, Italian sausage or shredded chicken to thicken the consistency. You may like this crockpot corned beef and cabbage as well!
  • Spice: If you like heat, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, taco seasoning or a little bit of chili powder. You can also use fire-roasted diced tomatoes for an extra kick.
  • Fresh herbs: Right before serving add some garnishes such as fresh parsley, dill or basil and a squeeze of lemon juice for a pop of bright flavor!

5 star review

Delicious!!! We had this for dinner yesterday. My husband and I loved it. I followed the recipe as written, using beef broth. I’m looking forward to leftovers for lunch today.

Sandra
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Recipe FAQs

Is cabbage soup good for weight loss?

It is a healthy soup that can be a part of any diet plan. This detox soup is known as the cabbage soup diet and can cause weight loss. It is best to know all the information before starting a diet.

What is cabbage soup good for?

Cabbage soup is a great source of vitamins, folate, fiber, and magnesium. Health benefits include reduced inflammation and lower cholesterol.

Can you overcook cabbage soup?

Yes, you can! This slow cooker cabbage soup does not need to be cooked too long. The cabbage will become limp and smell unpleasant.

Do you remove the outer layer of cabbage?

Yes! It is best to remove the outer layer of fresh cabbage before chopping. The outer layer of a head of cabbage is usually used in salads or coleslaw.

Storage

The beauty of slow cooker recipes is that they make a lot, so you’re bound to have leftovers. This soup makes a great lunch the next day or freezer meal for a busy weeknight.

It will stay fresh in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months in freezer-safe containers. Thaw before reheating, then enjoy!

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Crockpot Cabbage Soup

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Author: Jamielyn Nye

This crockpot cabbage soup is not only delicious and flavorful but chock full of vegetables with lots of fiber and is very satisfying. All you need to do is dump everything in the slow cooker and let it do the work for you!

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 4 hours hrs

Total Time: 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins

Servings: 8

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 3-4 cups chopped green cabbage
  • 1-2 cups green beans , cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 small zucchini , diced
  • 1 red bell pepper , chopped
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes (can use Italian for more flavor)
  • 1-2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt , to taste
  • Ground black pepper , to taste
  • 1 (32-ounce) package nonfat vegetable broth, beef broth, or chicken broth
  • 1-2 cups chopped spinach

For serving: Freshly chopped basil or parsley

    Instructions

    • In a slow cooker, add onion, cabbage, green beans, celery, carrot, zucchini, bell pepper, and garlic. Stir in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper over the vegetables. Pour in the broth.

    • Cook on high 4 to 5 hours or on low 7 to 8 hours, or until the vegetables are tender. Just before serving, stir in the spinach and cook a few more minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and top with fresh herbs, if desired.

    Notes

    Stovetop: You can make this in a large stockpot on the stove. Simply cook the onion, carrot, and celery in a little olive oil until slightly tender. Add the garlic and cook 1 minute more. Stir in the tomato paste and broth. Bring to a simmer and add zucchini, red pepper, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer 30 minutes, or until the veggies are tender. Stir in the spinach and cook a few minutes longer.

    Variations:

    • Vegetables: You can absolutely substitute vegetables with this soup, however, you want to end up with about 8 cups of vegetables. I like to avoid starchy vegetables, like potatoes… however you can definitely add them in. It makes it a little heartier.
    • Broth: Vegetable, beef, or chicken broth all taste great in this recipe. You can also add in a can of V-8 juice or tomato juice to thicken it up and add more flavor.
    • Beans: Sometimes I’ll add in a can of kidney or northwestern beans as well to make it go a little further. It adds a delicious flavor, too.
    • Meat: There’s nothing stopping you from adding in some cooked hamburger or shredded chicken to thicken the consistency and make it more hearty.
    • Spice: If you like heat, sprinkle in some red pepper flakes, cayenne, taco seasoning or a little bit of chili powder. You can also use fire-roasted diced tomatoes for an extra kick.

    Storing: Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days.

    Freezing: Store in an airtight container in the freezer up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight then reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 46kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 64mg | Potassium: 323mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 3763IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.

    Course: Main Course, Soup

    Cuisine: American

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    Categorized as: American, Crockpot, Crockpot, Crockpot, Dairy-Free, Dinner, Freezer-Friendly, Freezer-Friendly, Gluten-Free, Low Carb, Meal Prep, Nut-Free, One Pot, One Pot, Soups, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vegetarian, Vegetarian, Whole 30

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    28 comments

      • m c
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (17)

      My picky teen loved this soup, though I didn’t have zucchini or spinach. It still turned out great thank you Jamielynn!

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        • I Heart Naptime Community

        I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

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      • Bess Katz

      I’m not a fan of green beans any suggestions for a replacement?

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        • I Heart Naptime Community

        Hi Bess! You can absolutely substitute vegetables with this soup, however, you want to end up with about 8 cups of vegetables. I like to avoid starchy vegetables, like potatoes… however you can definitely add them in. It makes it a little heartier. I sometimes like to add a can of drained kidney or Northwestern beans. I hope this helps :)

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      • Ryan Gress
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (18)

      I made this with a couple tweaks- doubled the broth. I used two 32oz containers of vegetable broth, used two cans of Italian stewed tomatoes in place of one can of diced, doubled the Italian seasoning, and one bottle, 16oz of V8 juice, a touch of red pepper flakes and paprika- turned out amazing!!

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      • Carol Tedesco
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (19)

      I love soup ! ! Almost any kind and I can eat it all year round . This recipe though I make just for me because my kids don’t like cabbage or zucchini .

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      • Erin
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (20)

      Love this soup. I tend to add ground beef for some protein and eat it all week long!

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      • Kristyn
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (21)

      Lots of color and lots of flavor!! This soup is a great & delicious way to get in your veggies!!

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      • Olivia
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (22)

      This cabbage soup is so hearty and delicious! My family really enjoyed this recipe and can’t wait to have it again, thank you!

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      • mitch

      I added Jimmy Dean Hot sausage, and mushrooms along with fresh basil leaves. I was going to add stewed tomatoes with Italian Seasoning but they were not diced. Didn’t put the Cabbage in yet . I bought the coleslaw with red and green cabbage with carrots.

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        • I Heart Naptime

        That sounds fantastic! I love the combination and that you are making it your own. Thanks for sharing! Let me know how it turns out.

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      • Gretchen
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (23)

      Will definitely be making this again. Without meat and beans it wasn’t super filling but it was super easy to make and tasted good. And I didn’t feel bad having four bowls. Haha

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      • Sandra
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (24)

      Delicious!!! We had this for dinner yesterday. My husband and I loved it. I followed the recipe as written, using beef broth. The only changes I made was to double the garlic and Italian seasoning and add a can of tomato juice. I served it with Italian bread. I’m looking forward to leftovers for lunch today. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        So glad you enjoyed the cabbage soup :)

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      • Sandra

      I’d love to make this soup but I don’t have a slow cooker. How long would I simmer it on the stovetop?

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        30-45 minutes or until the vegetables are soft :)

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      • Nellie Tracy
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (25)

      Great recipe to have on hand this fall! Delicious!

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        • I Heart Naptime

        So glad it was a hit!

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      • Amy Nash
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (26)

      Such a fantastic, versatile recipe! I added some diced potatoes and tomato juice, per your suggestion, to bulk it up a little and my kids enjoyed it so much they asked to take leftovers in thermoses for school lunch!

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        • I Heart Naptime

        Love to hear this! Thanks for your comment and review, Amy :)

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      • Alison

      This looks similar to a recipe I have for the stovetop- can’t wait to try it in the slow-cooker!

      • Reply
        • I Heart Naptime

        It’s so easy! I hope you enjoy :)

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      • Stebve

      What a great recipe. I am looking forward to making this one!!

      • Reply
        • Jamielyn Nye

        I hope you enjoy! :)

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      • Brandy Fletcher
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (27)

      Yes and I loved it

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      • Dan Leeder

      What’s the difference between “slow cook” and “cook on low”?

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        • Jamielyn Nye

        You cook on low in the slow cooker/crock pot. :)

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      • Heard about Belden
      • Crockpot Cabbage Soup Recipe from I Heart Naptime (28)

      This is Wonderful! It reminds me of the soup my gradma usually cook for us.

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    FAQs

    How much weight can you lose on the 7 day cabbage soup diet? ›

    The Cabbage Soup Diet is a short-term weight loss diet. Proponents of the diet say that it can help you lose up to 10 pounds (4.5 kg) in a single week, but many health experts warn that the diet does not promote health and wellness, and results are unsustainable.

    Does cabbage soup burn belly fat? ›

    There is no scientific evidence to suggest that the cabbage soup diet is safe or effective for weight loss. No health authorities recommend following the diet. Proponents of the cabbage soup diet also encourage people not to exercise while following it.

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

    Most variations of this diet suggest that people eat this soup two to three times a day—although some variations enable the participants to consume even more of the soup. The cabbage soup used in this diet combines ingredients like broth, nonstarchy vegetables, pepper, herbs and, of course, cabbage.

    Does cabbage soup cleanse you out? ›

    Cabbage soup diets are often generally suggested for a week at most. This diet can cleanse the digestive system if you do not eat too much meat. However, you should see a certified health practitioner for meal plan recommendations depending on your medical history.

    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.

    Which soup is best for belly fat? ›

    5 Best Soups That Will Help To Burn Belly Fat
    1. Vegetable soup. Lean protein from chicken combined with a variety of vegetables can make a satisfying and low-calorie soup that can help you feel full and satisfied.
    2. Chicken and vegetable soup. ...
    3. Black bean soup. ...
    4. Lentil soup. ...
    5. Tomato soup.
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    What are the red flags of the cabbage soup diet? ›

    Red flags include the diet's low protein content and the monotony of the food choices, which can make adherence to the diet difficult. The calorie restrictions can also be severe, sometimes dipping below recognized healthy levels.

    Who should not do the cabbage soup diet? ›

    Any diet plan providing so few calories should be avoided. Doing so could lead to serious health issues and nutrient deficiencies, and at the very least, will likely cause your weight to rebound when the diet is complete. The diet is also unsafe for anyone with a history of disordered eating.

    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.

    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.

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

    It will likely leave you feeling hungry, weak, and bored. You might even feel sick. And if you follow the Cabbage Soup Diet for more than a week, you could run short on key nutrients. Nor does the diet encourage the necessary lifestyle changes you need to make in order to be healthier and have lasting weight loss.

    Does cabbage clear your bowels? ›

    The fiber found in cabbage can help improve your digestive system and promote regular bowel movements. Reduced risk of heart disease and stroke. The antioxidants in cabbage help reduce inflammation, which is linked to heart disease.

    What happens if you do the Cabbage Soup Diet for 2 weeks? ›

    It will likely leave you feeling hungry, weak, and bored. You might even feel sick. And if you follow the Cabbage Soup Diet for more than a week, you could run short on key nutrients. Nor does the diet encourage the necessary lifestyle changes you need to make in order to be healthier and have lasting weight loss.

    Is it possible to lose 20 lbs in a month? ›

    While you can lose 20 pounds (lbs) in a month, this is neither safe nor sustainable. Losing weight more steadily with the right diet and exercise can help you stay healthy and maintain your weight loss. Losing weight can be challenging regardless of whether you're looking to lose 5 lbs or 20.

    Does the 7 day soup diet work? ›

    Eating soup may help increase satiety and help you stay full, which might allow you to eat less overall. 1 While this may lead to weight loss, there is no evidence that a soup-only diet could effectively support long-term weight management.

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