A hearty yet lighter soup that captures all the flavors of a cheeseburger — ground beef, cheese, veggies, and spices — in a warm, creamy bowl. Perfect for cozy nights without derailing your goals!
🥘 Recipe Card
Servings & Timing
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Yield: 6 servings
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Cook Time: 30 minutes
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Total Time: 45 minutes
Dietary Badges:
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Weight Watchers–Friendly
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Family-Friendly
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Comfort Food
✅ Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef (or ground turkey for fewer points)
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 medium potatoes, peeled & diced (or use cauliflower for fewer carbs)
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3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (optional, for extra flavor)
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1 ½ cups skim milk (or unsweetened almond milk)
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2 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water, for thickening)
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1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
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2 tbsp light cream cheese (optional, for creaminess)
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Chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)
📖 Instructions
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Brown the beef: In a large pot, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
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Sauté veggies: Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook 5 minutes until softened.
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Add potatoes & broth: Stir in potatoes, chicken broth, tomatoes (if using), and seasonings. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Thicken the base: Whisk cornstarch slurry into milk, then stir into soup. Simmer 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar and cream cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning.
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Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with parsley or green onions.
🔑 Notes
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For lower WW points, swap potatoes with cauliflower florets.
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Using 96% lean ground beef or ground turkey breast reduces points significantly.
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Light cream cheese adds richness but can be skipped.
🌟 Introduction
This Weight Watchers Cheeseburger Soup is all about balance: hearty enough to satisfy cravings, but lightened up with smart swaps like lean beef, reduced-fat cheese, and skim milk.
It’s a family-approved recipe that doesn’t taste “diet-friendly” — even picky eaters will go back for seconds!
🥬 Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
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Ground Beef: Lean (93% or 96%) or ground turkey breast keeps it WW-friendly.
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Potatoes: Traditional for cheeseburger soup, but cauliflower is a great swap.
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Cheese: Reduced-fat cheddar melts beautifully while saving calories.
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Milk: Skim or unsweetened almond milk works well.
🍽 Variations & Serving Suggestions
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Bacon Cheeseburger Soup: Add turkey bacon crumbles on top.
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Deluxe Style: Stir in chopped pickles or top with shredded lettuce for “burger toppings.”
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Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
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Pairing Ideas: Serve with a side salad or light breadsticks.
❄️ Storage & Make-Ahead
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Refrigerator: Store in airtight container up to 4 days.
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Freezer: Freeze (without cheese added) up to 2 months; thaw and add cheese after reheating.
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Reheat: Warm on stovetop over low heat, stirring often.
⚖️ Weight Watchers Points (est. per serving, 6 servings)
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Blue Plan / Green Plan / Purple Plan: ~5–7 points (using lean beef, skim milk, reduced-fat cheese, and cauliflower instead of potatoes)
(Exact points depend on your WW app settings & brand choices.)
❓ FAQ
Q: Can I make this in a slow cooker?
A: Yes! Brown the beef first, then add all ingredients except cheese and milk. Cook on low 6 hours. Stir in milk and cheese before serving.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Yes — use dairy-free cheddar and almond milk. It will still be creamy with cornstarch.
Q: Is this freezer-friendly?
A: Yes — freeze before adding cheese for best texture.
💌 Final Notes
This Weight Watchers Cheeseburger Soup is the best of both worlds: hearty, cheesy, and comforting, while still lightened up enough to fit into your plan.
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