Introduction
As someone who’s always in search of simple yet delicious meals, I, Lina Vexley, have found that the Instant Pot is an absolute game-changer, especially when it comes to making soups. For beginners, the Instant Pot can seem intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it becomes your best friend in the kitchen. There’s nothing like a warm, comforting bowl of soup on a cold day, and the Instant Pot allows you to create flavorful dishes in a fraction of the time compared to traditional methods. Here are some easy and tasty Instant Pot soup recipes to get you started!
Easy Instant Pot Vegetable Soup
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups carrots diced
- 2 cups potatoes diced
- 1 cup celery diced
- 1 cup green beans fresh or frozen
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients (vegetable broth, carrots, potatoes, celery, green beans, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper) into the Instant Pot.
- Stir everything together to combine and make sure all the vegetables are submerged in the broth.
- Close the lid, set the Instant Pot to the ‘Soup’ function, and cook on high pressure for 25 minutes.
- After the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then use the quick release to release the remaining pressure.
- Once the soup is done, taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Serve hot with a slice of crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
Nutrition
How to Make Easy Instant Pot Vegetable Soup (300 words)
To begin making your Instant Pot vegetable soup, gather all your ingredients: vegetable broth, diced carrots, potatoes, celery, green beans, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add them all to the Instant Pot, stirring to combine. The beauty of this recipe is that you simply throw everything in the pot without any sautéing, making it super simple.
Once everything is combined, secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set it to the “Soup” function. Set the cooking time for 25 minutes on high pressure. The Instant Pot will do its magic, cooking the vegetables to tender perfection and infusing the broth with rich, savory flavor.
After the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. Then, carefully use the quick release to let out the remaining pressure. When you open the lid, give the soup a good stir and taste it for seasoning. You may want to add a bit more salt or pepper depending on your preference.
Serve the soup hot, with a slice of crusty bread or crackers for dipping. The Instant Pot vegetable soup is hearty and full of flavor, making it the perfect dish for cold weather. This recipe is also highly customizable—feel free to swap in other vegetables like zucchini, corn, or peas, depending on what you have on hand.
Conclusion
Instant Pot soups are a fantastic option for beginners, as they require minimal prep and yield maximum flavor. This vegetable soup recipe is easy to follow, and it’s the perfect way to get started with your Instant Pot. The soup is nourishing, filling, and can be made in under an hour, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of a homemade soup without the hassle!