Healthy and flavorful Instant Pot Vegetable Soup

This Instant Pot Vegetable Soup is packed with nutritious vegetables and bursting with flavor. It's a healthy and satisfying meal that can be prepared in minutes using your instant pot. Loaded with colorful veggies and aromatic herbs, this soup is perfect for chilly nights or when you're craving something cozy. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is super easy to follow and is sure to impress!

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Turn on the Instant Pot and select the Saute function. Heat the olive oil.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and saute until fragrant and translucent.
3. Add the carrots, celery, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
5. Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set the manual pressure cook function for 8 minutes.
6. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully release the pressure using the quick release valve.
7. Remove the bay leaf from the soup and give it a good stir.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
9. Enjoy!

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