Quick and Easy Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Packed with fresh veggies, beans, pasta, and aromatic herbs, this hearty Instant Pot Minestrone soup is ready in just 15 minutes! Get ready to enjoy this Italian classic soup without spending hours in the kitchen!

Why we love this Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Fall is in the air and so is soup season! Soups are like a warm hug in a bowl, and so easy to make in your Instant Pot! Instant pot soups take a fraction of the time stovetop soups take, and don’t skimp on the flavor! My favorite quick and easy soups include this broccoli chicken cheddar soup or chicken tortilla soup!

Key Ingredients for this Recipe

Olive Oil

Be sure to always use good-quality olive oil when cooking! Simply put, when you use good olive oil, whether dressing a salad or making a soup, your food will taste better. 

Vegetables: Carrots, Celery, Onion, Eggplant, Garlic

• Carrots: When purchasing carrots, look for firm, plump carrots without rootlets (little strings on the bottom). The best carrots are small, bright orange and smooth, without cracks.
• Celery: When picking celery, choose firm, tightly packed stalks without any discoloration or spotting.  The leaves should be vibrant green in color and not wilted. 
• Eggplant: When choosing an eggplant, it should be slightly firm but not hard. If you push on it with your finger and the veggie feels very soft, or you’re able to puncture the skin, it’s too far gone. 
• Onion: A sweet or white onion would work for this Instant Pot Minestrone recipe

Chicken or Vegetable broth

I love using homemade broth for this easy minestrone recipe, and it is so easy to make in your Instant Pot, too! If you don’t have homemade, I like the Good and Gather brand from Target!

Cannellini beans

Cannellini beans are also known as white kidney beans! These white beans are mild in taste and are a staple of Mediterranean cuisine. They’re also the traditional bean of minestrone soup! The canned beans should be rinsed and drained before being added to the Instant Pot. You can also add red kidney beans or northern beans to this soup, but it’s not necessary.

Pasta

Any small-shaped pasta, such as Ditalini or small shells, will work perfectly in this hearty soup. If you want to add extra protein, fiber, iron, and magnesium to this delicious soup recipe, you may swap out whole wheat pasta.

Spinach

Baby spinach is added after the soup is cooked in the Instant Pot. Just give the soup a good stir and the spinach will wilt quickly. It adds an extra layer of texture and lots of great nutrients to this soup!

Marinara

The secret ingredient to this super flavorful soup! I love the depth of flavor that marinara adds to this easy instant pot minestrone soup recipe. My favorite brand is Raos, but feel free to use your favorite jarred marinara sauce!

Garlic

Fresh garlic cloves are best for this recipe, but if you don’t have any, pre-minced garlic will work.

• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Step By Step Instructions To Make This Hearty Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

1. Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function. Add olive oil and heat it up. Once heated, add the diced onions and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent.
2. Add the diced carrots, celery, and eggplant to the pot. Sauté the vegetables for a few minutes until they start to soften. Add the pasta, then pour in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices, followed by the broth. Stir in the cannellini beans, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Make sure the pasta is covered by liquid.
3. Cancel the sauté function and secure the lid on the Instant Pot. Select the manual function and set the cooking time to 5 minutes. Make sure the pressure valve is set to “Sealing.”
4. After the cooking time is up, allow for a natural release of pressure for approximately 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick pressure release by turning the pressure valve to “Venting.”
5. Stir in baby spinach and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
6. Ladle the Instant Pot Minestrone Soup into bowls, and if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh herbs.

FAQ and Expert Tips

Additional recipes to try

Roasted Tomato Soup – made with oven-roasted heirloom tomatoes, garlic and caramelized onions to give you a rich, flavorful bowl! Pair it with grilled cheese for the ultimate comfort food meal! 

Spicy Turkey Chili – this simple chili recipe combines turkey and beans with a flavorful tomato sauce and spices for comfort in a bowl! Chili just like grandma used to make!

Instant Pot Lamb Stew – cut the wait for comfort food in half with Instantpot Lamb Stew! The perfect bowl to warm up the family on a chilly fall evening! 

Making a hearty and flavorful Instant Pot Minestrone Soup has never been easier! With a few simple ingredients and the convenience of the Instant Pot, you can have a delicious bowl of this Italian classic in just minutes. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced Instant Pot enthusiast, this recipe is sure to impress both you and your loved ones. So, get your Instant Pot ready, follow the steps above, and savor the comforting flavors of a homemade Minestrone soup — without all the hard work!

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