Instant Pot® Minestrone Soup
This isn’t what I would call an authentic or traditional minestrone. It’s simply my way of making a hearty minestrone that’s amazingly healthy and quick! I prefer not to use salt or pepper in much of my cooking, to allow the flavors of the food to shine through.
INGRIDIENT
DIRECTION
Step: 1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add sausage and sauté, breaking it into pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add water, chicken soup base, beans, zucchini, onion, carrots, and garlic. Stir once.
Step: 2
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Step: 3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer’s instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add spinach, Italian herbs, and rosemary; stir until spinach has wilted. Ladle minestrone into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
NUTRITION FACT
Per Serving: 275 calories; protein 22.4g; carbohydrates 26.2g; fat 9.7g; cholesterol 52.3mg; sodium 1330.8mg.
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