Are you craving a warm, hearty, and lightning-fast meal that will have your entire family begging for seconds? Look no further than this incredible Instant Pot Vegetable Noodle Soup! In just 25 minutes, you'll create a soul-warming dish packed with vibrant vegetables, tender egg noodles, and a rich, flavorful broth that will make you forget all about those time-consuming traditional soup recipes. Whether you're a busy parent, a health-conscious foodie, or simply someone who loves delicious comfort food, this recipe is about to become your new weeknight superhero!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups egg noodles
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: chopped onion, sliced carrots, sliced celery, minced garlic, vegetable broth, egg noodles, chopped green beans, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Set your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' function and allow it to heat up. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
- Next, add the sliced carrots and celery to the pot. Sauté these vegetables for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, being careful not to let it burn.
- Pour in the 4 cups of vegetable broth, making sure to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the pot to prevent a burn notice.
- Add the chopped green beans to the pot, followed by the 2 cups of egg noodles. Stir everything together to combine.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Remember that the broth may already contain salt, so adjust accordingly.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, ensuring that the steam release valve is set to the sealing position.
- Set the Instant Pot to 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' mode and adjust the cooking time to 5 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow for a natural pressure release for about 5 minutes, then carefully switch the steam release valve to 'Venting' to release any remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and give the soup a good stir. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the vegetable noodle soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your comforting bowl of Instant Pot Vegetable Noodle Soup!
Tips
- Ingredient Prep is Key: Chop all vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Don't Overcook Noodles: The 5-minute pressure cook time is perfect to keep egg noodles from becoming mushy.
- Layer Flavors: Sautéing vegetables before adding broth helps develop a deeper, more complex taste profile.
- Customize Your Soup: Feel free to swap green beans with other vegetables like peas or spinach for variety.
- Salt Wisely: Start with less salt, as vegetable broth can already be quite salty. You can always add more at the end.
- Natural Pressure Release: The 5-minute natural release helps prevent overcooking and allows flavors to meld together.
- Fresh Herb Finish: A sprinkle of fresh parsley or thyme can elevate the soup's flavor and presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 35mg
