Hearty Minestrone Soup (Instant Pot)

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15.5 ounces) white beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup macaroni or other small pasta
• 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Set the Instant Pot to the “Saute” setting and add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion and garlic and saute for 5 minutes or until the onion is softened.
2. Add the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Add the carrots, celery, and red bell pepper and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Add the green beans, tomatoes, broth, white beans, and pasta. Stir to combine.
4. Close the lid on the Instant Pot and set the pressure release valve to the “Sealing” position. Press the “Manual” button and set the timer to 6 minutes.
5. When the timer goes off, carefully turn the pressure release valve to the “Venting” position. When the pressure has been released, open the lid and stir the soup. Serve the soup garnished with parsley.

Interesting Facts

• Minestrone is a classic Italian soup that is traditionally made with a variety of vegetables, beans, and pasta.
• The Instant Pot makes it easy to prepare a hearty and delicious minestrone soup in just 30 minutes.
• This minestrone soup is a great way to get a healthy and satisfying meal on the table quickly.