Instant Pot Vegan Tomato Basil Soup - Quick and Easy Recipe

This easy and flavorful Instant Pot Tomato and Basil Soup is a quick and comforting dish perfect for any time of the year. Made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a blend of aromatic spices, this vegan soup is ready in just 30 minutes. The Instant Pot makes the preparation a breeze, allowing you to enjoy a homemade soup without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds fresh tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

1. Wash the tomatoes and remove the stems. Cut them into quarters.
2. Preheat the Instant Pot on sauté mode. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and slightly translucent.
3. Add the tomato quarters, vegetable broth, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes to the Instant Pot.
4. Close the lid and set the pressure release valve to the sealing position. Select the manual/pressure cook function and set the timer for 10 minutes on high pressure.
5. Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the pressure release valve to the venting position.
6. Use an immersion blender to purée the soup until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and blend in batches until smooth. Be careful when blending hot liquids.
7. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh chopped basil leaves.
8. Serve the soup hot with a garnish of fresh basil leaves.
9. Enjoy this Instant Pot Tomato and Basil Soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

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