Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

This is one of those recipes that requires very little work but makes the best soup packed with flavor. Dinner can literally be ready in just minutes.

Throw everything in the instant pot to get dinner cooked fast. The veggies are so tender and packed with flavor the results taste like you have slow cooked this soup all day.

Every bite is so delicious and your entire family will enjoy this meal. If you love this recipe, check out this Ina Garten Gazpacho.

Why This Recipe Works

If you need dinner fast and don’t have much time to prepare anything, this is your recipe. With very little chopping or prep work, this soup is one of the easiest meals I have ever made in the pressure cooker.

Most of the ingredients are frozen or canned so just toss and go. No cutting required. It is so simple! My entire family loves this soup and the kids gobble it up. It is a great way to get them to eat their veggies.

You just toss all the delicious veggies and broth in the pressure cooker and have a delicious meal in minutes.

Ingredients

• Onion – If you are out, check out the Best Onion Substitute
• Celery and Carrots – Chopped about the same size pieces
• Yukon Gold Potatoes – Peeled and diced into small pieces
• Minced Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
• Italian Seasoning – Learn How to Make Italian Seasoning Recipe
• Vegetable Stock – You can also use chicken broth or vegetable broth

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Variations Ideas

• Cabbage – For a change, try adding in cabbage to the soup. It gives it a great flavor and it is really delicious.
• Other Vegetables – We also like extra green beans, butternut squash, peas, corn or bell pepper to this delicious recipe. It goes well with the onion carrots and celery.
• Add Meat – This recipe is great with an addition of meat such as beef, ground turkey, or shredded chicken.

How to Make Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

Step 1 – Place everything in the Instant Pot.

Step 2 – Add the lid and set the valve to sealing. Set instant pot pressure to 5 minutes.

Step 4 – Once finished, do a quick release or natural release to release the pressure.

Step 5 – Remove lid and stir to combine. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm with crackers.

Expert Tips

• Instant Pot Recommendation – I am using an 8 quart Instant pot but you can use a 6 quart. I personally have an Instant Pot and so far I am loving it. You can find the Instant pot on sale here.  It’s really changed dinner time around here.
• Vegetables – If using fresh vegetables makes sure to cut about the same size so they cook evenly.

Serving Suggestions

We serve it with homemade Hawaiian rolls or this homemade cornbread recipe and dinner is complete. Another favorite is Easy Homemade Dinner Rolls Recipe. 

You could also make a grilled cheese sandwich. So easy and delicious with soup. The bread is perfect to dip into the soup and get every last drop of the amazing broth.

Don’t underestimate the power of a big bowl of soup and homemade bread. It is the best comfort food. On crazy busy days, we have even just skipped the bread and enjoyed it with saltine crackers. This soup is amazing regardless of what you serve it with. It comes together so quickly on high pressure.

Storing and Freezing Tips

• Storing Leftovers – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This is a great soup to meal prep for the week.
• Reheating – Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or the stovetop until heated through.
• Freezing Leftovers – I like to freeze small containers to enjoy for quick lunches during the week. If you do a lot of freezer meals, consider grabbing this JOKARI Hands-Free Baggy Rack Storage Bag Holder. These are not necessary, but make it so much easier to put the meals together for the freezer. This soup will stay fresh for up to 3 months.