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I love a good bowl of creamy potato soup, but I don’t always love the calories and points that come with it. That’s why this Creamy Low Fat Crock Pot Cauliflower Potato Soup is such a winner. By blending cauliflower with potatoes, you still get that rich, velvety texture of classic potato soup—only lighter and healthier.

This recipe is one of my favorite slow cooker soups for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. It comes together with just a handful of simple ingredients, simmers away in the crock pot, and blends into a smooth, comforting soup that tastes indulgent but fits right into my Weight Watchers plan.

Even Rod was impressed by how satisfying this turned out, and it’s now a regular on our winter menu rotation.

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Crock Pot Cauliflower Potato Soup in bowl with drizzle of olive oil and topped with croutons.
Weight Watchers Friendly Creamy Cauliflower Potato Soup

Why You’ll Love This WW Friendly Cauliflower Potato Soup

  • Creamy and comforting without the guilt – Thanks to cauliflower, this soup tastes just as rich and satisfying as a traditional potato soup, but with fewer calories, carbs, and WW Points.
  • Simple slow cooker recipe – Just toss in your ingredients, set it, and let the crock pot do all the work. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
  • Light yet filling – The blend of cauliflower and potatoes makes it hearty enough for a main meal, but still light enough to keep you feeling good afterward.
  • Budget-friendly ingredients – Made with affordable pantry staples like potatoes, cauliflower, onion, and broth, this soup is easy on your grocery budget.
  • WW friendly and family approved – It’s healthy enough for your WW plan, yet creamy and delicious enough that the whole family will enjoy it (Rod certainly did!).

Ingredients for Creamy Crock Pot Cauliflower Potato Soup

  • Cauliflower – Fresh or frozen florets both work. This is the secret to keeping the soup light yet creamy.
  • Potatoes – Yukon Golds are my favorite for their buttery texture, but russet or red potatoes work too. They balance the cauliflower and give the soup body.
  • Garlic – Adds warmth and depth as it simmers with the vegetables.
  • Chicken or vegetable broth (affiliate link) – Use whichever you prefer. I often go with low-sodium broth to better control the salt.
  • Seasonings – Just salt and pepper keep things simple, though you can add thyme, bay leaf, or Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
  • Parmesan cheese (optional) – A sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan on top before serving makes it taste extra indulgent.

How Many Calories and WW Points in Creamy Crock Pot Cauliflower Potato Soup?

According to my calculations, each serving has just 97 calories.

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2 PointsPlus (Old plan)

Cauliflower florets in a colander on a dark wooden background
Cauliflower Florets

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crock Pot Cauliflower Potato Soup

Step 1: Prepare your vegetables.
Chop the cauliflower into florets and dice the potatoes into small cubes. Smash or mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2: Add to the slow cooker.
Place the cauliflower, potatoes, and garlic in your crock pot. Pour in the broth and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

cauliflower, potatoes, garlic, broth in crock pot ready to cook for soup

Step 3: Cook until tender.
Cover and cook on LOW for 6–8 hours, or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the vegetables are very soft.

Step 4: Blend until creamy.
Use an immersion blender (affiliate link) right in the slow cooker to puree the soup until smooth. (Or carefully transfer batches to a countertop blender (affiliate link) and return to the slow cooker.)

Step 5: Adjust seasoning.
Taste and add more salt and pepper if needed. Thin with extra broth if you prefer a looser consistency.

Step 6: Serve warm.
Ladle into bowls and, if desired, top with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Recipe Notes and Tips

  • Cauliflower + potatoes = creamy texture. Using more cauliflower than potatoes lightens the soup while still giving it that satisfying creamy feel.
  • Blending options. An immersion blender (affiliate link) makes quick work of pureeing the soup, but a countertop blender (affiliate link) will also do the job. Just blend in small batches and be careful with the hot liquid.
  • Broth matters. Low-sodium broth works best so you can control the seasoning. If you want a richer flavor, swap part of the broth for chicken bone broth.
  • Make it dairy-free. This soup is naturally creamy without cream or milk. If you want a little extra richness, stir in a splash of unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or light evaporated milk.
  • Flavor boosters. Try adding a bay leaf, thyme, or Italian seasoning during cooking, then remove before blending. A pinch of smoked paprika or nutmeg also complements the cauliflower.
  • Optional toppings. Keep it simple with a sprinkle of Parmesan or get creative with chives, crispy bacon bits, croutons, crunchy bread crumbs or a swirl of plain Greek yogurt.
  • Storage. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freeze beautifully for 2–3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave (affiliate link), adding extra broth if needed.

Serving Suggestions

This creamy cauliflower potato soup is hearty and comforting, yet simple. To build it into a more complete meal, I like to pair it with sides that add both texture and flavor:

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Weight Watchers Recipe CrockPot Creamy Cauliflower Potato Soup
3.72 from 46 votes

Creamy Crock Pot Cauliflower Potato Soup Recipe

This creamy cauliflower potato soup recipe proves that it’s possible to create a rich tasting potato soup thats’s low in calories, fat and points.
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 6 hours
Total: 6 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8
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Ingredients 

  • 2 heads of cauliflower (about 1-1/4 pounds each), trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces (substitute 2 pounds frozen cauliflower if you prefer)
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth (affiliate link)
  • 4 cups water
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions 

  • Ideal slow cooker size: 6-Quart.
  • Put the cauliflower, potatoes, oil, garlic, broth, water and salt and pepper, to taste, in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours, or until the vegetables are very soft.
  • Let the soup cool slightly and then pour into a blender and puree until smooth. (Be careful, if it’s still hot.) Taste the soup and add salt and/or pepper as needed.
  • Reheat gently if needed.
  • Serve hot, sprinkled with cheese, if desired.

Notes

Serving size: 1 cup
WW Points: 1
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2 PointsPlus (Old plan)
Cooking Tips:
  • Using more cauliflower than potatoes lightens the soup while still giving it that satisfying creamy feel.
  • An immersion blender makes quick work of pureeing the soup, but a countertop blender will also do the job. Just blend in small batches and be careful with the hot liquid.
  • Low-sodium broth works best so you can control the seasoning. If you want a richer flavor, swap part of the broth for chicken bone broth.
  • This soup is naturally creamy without cream or milk. If you want a little extra richness, stir in a splash of unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or light evaporated milk.
  • Try adding a bay leaf, thyme, or Italian seasoning during cooking, then remove before blending. A pinch of smoked paprika or nutmeg also complements the cauliflower.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and freeze beautifully for 2–3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave (affiliate link), adding extra broth if needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup, Calories: 97kcal, Carbohydrates: 15.2g, Protein: 5.1g, Fat: 2.4g, Saturated Fat: 0.5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 2mg, Sodium: 378mg, Potassium: 668mg, Fiber: 4.9g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 2IU, Vitamin C: 72mg, Calcium: 48mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
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Source: Adapted from The Italian Slow Cooker (affiliate link) Cookbook by Michele Scicolone

More WW-Friendly Potato and Cauliflower Soups

If you enjoy this creamy cauliflower potato soup, you may also like some of my other lightened-up potato and cauliflower soups that are equally satisfying and WW friendly.

  • My Potato Leek Soup is a classic, velvety option with a subtle onion flavor from the leeks that makes it a perfect starter or light meal.
  • For something with a little more protein, try the Lightened Up Ham and Potato Soup. It’s cozy and hearty without being heavy, making it great for lunch or dinner.
  • Another favorite is my Slow Cooker Potato Leek Soup with Smoked Salmon, which combines creamy potatoes with the smoky richness of salmon for a special twist.
  • Or, if you’d like something unexpected, the Potato Artichoke Soup is light yet flavorful, with the artichokes giving it a slightly tangy, Mediterranean flair.
  • And finally, my Silky Light Potato Soup is proof that comfort food doesn’t need to be heavy—it is smooth, creamy, and easy on the Points.

About Martha McKinnon

Weight Watchers Lifetime Member, Yoga Practitioner and Blogger who loves to share her passion for trying to create a happy, healthy, balanced life in what often feels like an overwhelming out of control world.

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7 Comments

  1. 1 star
    Was really excited to try this recipe, turned out to be gross! I don’t normally do reviews but I did with this one because of how strongly I disliked this soup. Had a strange flavor and did not taste like potato soup. I have used Cauliflower before in recipes and they have came out excellent but this one was NOT one of those. It has a strange texture and taste.

  2. I am glad posted points plus. I love that program and I lost 30lbs. It is nice when people post both:)! The soup was so good! Having left overs for lunch right now.

  3. Hi martha: Are you aware that WW is now using a different way to track Points. They are now Smart Points and use different nutritional values – Calories, saturated fat, sugars, protein. I mention it because I enjoy your site and thought you should know when giving out Points values.

    1. Hi Suzanne, Yes, I’m aware that WW is now using SmartPoints instead of PointsPlus. I’ll be posting about my first 3 weeks using the new system tomorrow! I was given the opportunity to take a sneak-peek, but am sworn to silence until tomorrow at 10, when WW officially unveils the new plan. I’ll begin including SmartPoints and their associated nutritional values with all new recipes effective immediately but it will take some time to go back and update the old ones.