• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Indian Veggie Delight logo

  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Kids Lunch Box
    • Instant Pot
    • Air Fryer
    • Rice & Grains
    • Lentil & Beans
    • Millet
    • Vegan
    • Keto/Low Carb Recipes
  • Instant Pot
  • Kids Lunch Box
  • Subscribe
  • About
    • About Me
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • Instant Pot
  • Kids Lunch Box
  • About
×

Home » Recipes » Soups

Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Dec 18, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. No Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Jump to Recipe Jump to Video

This Vegetarian Minestrone Soup is an easy, healthy, and full of flavor soup recipe combining vegetables, beans, and pasta made in the Instant Pot pressure cooker or stovetop and is an Olive Garden Copycat. Gets done in under 30 minutes and can be easily made vegan and gluten-free!

minestrone soup served in a soup bowl garnished with cheese and parsley with garlic bread on the side
olive garden minestrone soup

During the fall and winter months, when the weather turns cool, soup is one of my go-to comfort food. You can make it the way you like it with the available vegetables, beans, and pasta. It’s SO delicious, I promise you!

I’ve made this both on the stovetop and Instant Pot, and I prefer the Instant Pot version. I feel like the flavors infuse well together more quickly when pressure cooked, and it saves the same.

Why You'll Love this Instant Pot Minestrone Soup Recipe

  • is a vegetarian instant pot soup!
  • ready in under 30 minutes
  • filling and satisfying, yet packed with healthy vegetables and beans
  • vegan and gluten-free

Minestrone Soup Ingredients

  • Fresh Veggies: You can also use seasonal veggies or whatever you have on hand, like celery, carrots, zucchini, yellow onion, spinach, garlic, and parsley. Other veggies that go well are green beans, potatoes, squash, yellow zucchini, and kale.
  • Beans: You can use any canned beans you have on hand – red kidney beans, white kidney beans(cannellini), and northern beans. Chickpeas will also work. In this recipe, I pre-cooked the kidney beans in the instant pot. Soak the beans insufficient hot water for 2 hours and cook them for 25 minutes at high pressure in the instant pot. Then used them in this recipe.
  • Pasta: I have used shell pasta here, but you may use elbow macaroni or any small pasta. You can use gluten-free if you’d like.
  • Diced tomatoes: I have used fresh diced tomatoes in this recipe. But you can also use one 14 oz can of diced tomatoes which is about 2 cups.
  • Tomato Sauce: To make the soup thicker and tomato-based, I have used store brought one 8 oz can of tomato sauce which is about 1 cup. But you can either skip it or just blanch & puree 2 tomatoes and then add.
  • Vegetable Broth: Try using low sodium store brought vegetable broth or simply use water.
  • Dried herbs: I have used dried Italian seasoning, or you can also use a mix of basil, oregano, rosemary, thyme 
  • Parmesan, for serving (skip if vegan) and use nutritional yeast instead.
Minestrone Soup Ingredients

The best part about this vegetarian minestrone soup recipe is its versatility! Traditionally minestrone is a little thicker, but again you adjust as per your preference and taste.

minestrone soup served in a bowl with crusty bread on the side

How to make Minestrone Soup in Instant Pot

Firstly, press SAUTE on Instant Pot. Add oil, and once it’s hot, add minced garlic and onion. Saute for 2-3 minutes till onions soften.

step to saute garlic and onions collage

Add the diced carrot, celery, zucchini, and diced tomatoes, tomato sauce into the pot. Then add in the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.

step to add vegetables tomato sauce and spices collage

Next, add in the pasta, canned or cooked red kidney beans, vegetable broth, or water. Stir it all up.

step to add beans pasta and stock collage

Furthermore, close the lid on the pot, set the instant pot to "MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK" (High Pressure) for 6 minutes.

When the instant pot beeps, Quick Release (QR). Open the lid.

Add in the baby spinach, Stir for 2 minutes until the leaves wilt.

You can adjust the consistency by adding more vegetable stock at this stage.

step to add baby spinach to cooked minestrone soup collage

Lastly, sprinkle some fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese (skip if vegan) into the soup. If you are a vegan, you can sprinkle nutritional yeast on top.

Minestrone soup in instant pot insert

Serve Instant Pot pressure cooker minestrone soup hot with garlic bread.

minestrone soup in a soup

Stovetop Pot Method

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot. Saute garlic and onion till onions turn soft. Then add carrots and celery. Saute for another 2 minutes.
  2. Add in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, canned kidney beans, and seasonings, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes on medium-low flame.
  3. Stir in the zucchini, spinach, and pasta, and cook for another 8 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
  4. Sprinkle some fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese, and serve hot with garlic bread

Serving Suggestions

Serve olive garden minestrone soup with rustic garlic bread or salad.

Recipe FAQs

Is Minestrone Vegan & Gluten-Free?

Yes. This Italian minestrone soup recipe is vegan just serve it with vegan parmesan or skip it. You can also replace cheese with nutritional yeast. Use gluten-free pasta or skip the pasta.

How long can you store it in the refrigerator?

It can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

Can Minestrone be frozen?

Yes, This homemade minestrone soup freezes well and can be frozen for up to three months. My suggestion is to freeze without the spinach, then add it at the last minute when you warm it back up.
Before freezing, allow the soup to cool completely and then portion the soup into zip lock freezer bags or freezer-safe containers. To thaw, transfer the containers to the refrigerator and thaw for at least 24 hours.

If you make this recipe, Don't forget to leave feedback.

More Instant Pot Soup Recipes

  • Cauliflower Soup
  • Creamy Tomato Soup
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Broccoli Spinach Soup
  • Cream of Asparagus Soup
  • Vegetable Lentil Quinoa Soup
  • Green Lentil Soup

Check out my 18+ Instant Pot Vegetarian Soup Recipes you must try.

Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to give a ★ rating below
olive garden minestrone soup served in a white bowl with parmesan cheese on top and garlic bread ,parsley on side

Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Bhavana Patil
This Minestrone Soup is a healthy, hearty, and full of flavor soup combining vegetables, beans, and pasta.
4.41 from 10 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Servings: 6
Calories : 142
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Method: Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker, Stovetop
Prep Time : 15 minutes
Cook Time : 15 minutes
Total Time : 30 minutes

Equipment

  • Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium carrot diced
  • 1 medium zucchini halved and diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 4 medium tomatoes diced OR 1 14oz can of diced tomatoes, do not drain (about 2 cups)
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce (about 1 cup)
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans drained & rinsed (about 1.5 cups)
  • ½ cup shell pasta or elbow macaroni
  • 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth OR 32 ounce Vegetable Broth Low sodium OR water
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 2 teaspoons parmesan cheese  freshly grated, optional
  • 2 tablespoon parsley chopped, optional

Seasoning:

  • 2 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika red chilli powder, optional
  • black pepper powder to taste
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

Instant Pot Method:

  • Firstly, press SAUTE on Instant Pot. Add oil and once it’s hot add minced garlic and onion. Saute for 2-3 minutes till onions soften.
    step to saute garlic and onions collage
  • Add the diced carrot, celery, zucchini, and diced tomatoes, tomato sauce into the pot. Then add in the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    step to add vegetables tomato sauce and spices collage
  • Next, add in the pasta, canned or cooked red kidney beans, vegetable broth, or water. Stir it all up.
    step to add beans pasta and stock collage
  • Furthermore, close the lid on the pot, set the instant pot to "MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK" (High Pressure) for 6 minutes.
    When the instant pot beeps, Quick Release (QR). Open the lid.
  • Add in the baby spinach, Stir for 2 minutes until the leaves wilt.
    You can adjust the consistency by adding more vegetable stock at this stage.
    step to add baby spinach to cooked minestrone soup collage
  • Lastly, sprinkle some fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese (skip if vegan) into the soup. If you are a vegan you can sprinkle nutritional yeast on top.
    minestrone soup in a soup
  • Serve Minestrone Soup hot with garlic bread.
    olive garden minestrone soup served in a white bowl with parmesan cheese on top and garlic bread ,parsley on side

Stovetop Pot Method:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot. Saute garlic and onion till onions turn soft. Then add carrots and celery. Saute for another 2 minutes.
  • Add in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, vegetable broth, canned kidney beans, and seasonings, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes on medium-low flame.
  • Stir in the zucchini, spinach, and pasta, and cook for another 8 or so minutes until the pasta is al dente.
  • Sprinkle some fresh parsley, grated parmesan cheese and serve hot with garlic bread

Video

Notes

I have prepared this dish in my electric pressure cooker, Instant Pot DUO60 6 QT.
 
Is Minestrone Vegan & Gluten-Free?
Yes. This Italian minestrone soup recipe is vegan just serve with vegan parmesan or skip. You can also replace cheese with nutritional yeast. Use gluten-free pasta or skip the pasta.
 
How long can you store in the refrigerator?
Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
 
Can Minestrone be frozen?
Yes, This homemade minestrone soup freezes well and can be frozen for up to three months. My suggestion is to freeze without the spinach then add it at the last minute when you warm it back up.
Before freezing, allow the soup to cool completely and then portion the soup into zip lock freezer bags or freezer-safe containers. To thaw, transfer the containers to the refrigerator and thaw for at least 24 hours.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 6gFat: 4.92gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 1036mgPotassium: 432mgFiber: 4.4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 9050IUVitamin C: 15.2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword instant pot minestrone soup, instant pot vegetarian soup, pressure cooker minestrone soup
Tried this recipe?Share your photo and tag @indianveggiedelight or #indianveggiedelight

Subscribe to my Youtube Channel for healthy & tasty video recipes. Looking for Instant Pot recipes, then check out my Instant Pot Recipes board on Pinterest.

More Healthy Soup Recipes

  • Instant Pot Creamy Tortellini Soup
  • Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup
  • Cold Cucumber Soup
  • Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup with Mushrooms
559 shares

Reader Interactions

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published.

Recipe Rating




Primary Sidebar

Hi There! Welcome to my blog! I’m Bhavana. Here you’ll find easy recipes for your Instant Pot, Kids Lunch Box ideas, Keto/LowCarb, Air-fryer recipes plus more wholesome, easy Vegetarian/Vegan Indian recipes that your family will love. More about me →

Popular Posts

  • Instant Pot Bisibelebath
  • The Best Avocado Pasta
  • Barbeque Nation Style Cajun Potatoes
  • Healthy Kids Lunch Box Recipes
  • Dominos Style Stuffed Cheesy Garlic Bread (Stuffed Garlic Bread Recipe)
  • Lauki Ki Sabzi (Bottle Gourd Curry)

Don’t miss a new recipe

  • About Me
  • PRIVACY POLICY

Copyright © 2023 Indian Veggie Delight on the Seasoned Pro Theme