Weight Watchers Vegetable Beef Soup

This hearty and soothing beef and vegetable soup features tender beef chunks and an abundance of nutrient-rich, ZeroPoint veggies that help rejuvenate the body. This Instant Pot recipe is as easy as they come, yet the results are restaurant-ready.

This classic recipe uses lean beef loin along with onion, garlic, tomatoes, and bell pepper slow-cooked in a savory broth. When done, green beans and corn kernels are added for additional texture and nutrition. It’s simple, colorful, and oh-so-satisfying!

Why should you try Beef and Vegetable Soup?

1. It’s replenishing: If you’re feeling under the weather or a bit run-down, this soup will help replenish your energy and make you feel more vibrant.

2. It’s satisfying: It goes without saying that this soup is very filling, and in fact, I often enjoy this soup as a full meal.

3. It’s a crowd-pleaser: The whole family loves it when we make this soup, and we return to it again and again.

Yield: 8 servings. Each serving is about 1 ¾ cups (425 ml).

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 20 minutes (+ time for the Instant Pot to come to pressure)

2 WW Points Per Serving. You can view the recipe on the WW App here. (WW login required.)

Ingredients:

• 1 pound (450 g) beef loin, trimmed, lean only, cubed
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon (2 g) oregano
• ½ teaspoon (1 g) cumin
• 2 cups (240 g) diced pumpkin
• 1 cup (150 g) diced carrots
• 1 cup (100 g) green beans, trimmed
• 2 cups (480 g) canned tomatoes
• 1 cup (150 g) diced red bell pepper
• 1 cup (165 g) corn kernels
• ½ cup (80 g) diced potato
• 1 cup (150 g) diced white onion
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup (150 g) frozen peas
• 6 cups (1.4 liters) vegetable or beef broth
• Fresh parsley and cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Season the cubed beef with salt, pepper, oregano, and cumin.

2. Select the “Sauté” function on the Instant Pot and heat the oil. Add the seasoned beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and slightly translucent.

4. Add the diced pumpkin, carrots, green beans, canned tomatoes, red bell pepper, corn kernels, diced potato, and frozen peas to the pot. Stir well to combine.

5. Return the browned beef cubes to the pot and pour in the vegetable or beef broth.

6. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the vent to the sealing position. Select the “Soup” function and set the cooking time for 20 minutes.

7. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before carefully switching the vent to the venting position to release any remaining pressure.

8. Carefully remove the lid and stir the soup. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

9. Serve the beef and vegetable soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley and cilantro.

Variations and Substitutions:

1. Add Potatoes: The traditional version contains more potatoes; I mostly substitute potatoes with squash, which still adds plenty of creaminess to the soup.

2. Add Chicken: My favorite variation is to add chunks of chicken breast (along with the beef), which makes it heartier without adding points.

3. dd AAromatics: My grandmother used to add mint to this soup, and I still remember its flavor. I prefer more traditional flavors and only add a bit of cilantro or parsley at serving time. But if you like, add some celery stalks or cilantro.

4. Add Spices: I enjoy this soup with spices, so I add cumin and oregano. You can add paprika or any other spices you enjoy.

Tips and Tricks for making Beef and Vegetable Soup:

1. Sauté the meat well until it looks golden; this will prevent the soup from being filled with an unpleasant brown foam.

2. If you don’t have time, opt for good quality frozen vegetables; in this case, you’ll have the soup ready in a matter of minutes.

3. Let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving; don’t serve it immediately.

4. If you can afford it, add 2 tablespoons of brown rice to your soup; it will make it even heartier.