Instant Pot® Italian Wedding Soup Recipe

Name: Instant Pot® Italian Wedding Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots; 1 cup sliced celery; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 1 teaspoon dried parsley; 1/4 teaspoon dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 6 cups no-salt-added chicken broth; 20 Italian meatballs, preferably home made; 1/2 cup pastina pasta; 6 ounces baby spinach; 4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese; salt to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 cup sliced celery
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
6 cups no-salt-added chicken broth
20 Italian meatballs, preferably home made
1/2 cup pastina pasta
6 ounces baby spinach
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
salt to taste

1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot(R)) and select Saute function. Pour in oil and heat until hot. Add carrots, celery, and red onion; cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with parsley, basil, and pepper. Pour in chicken broth and add meatballs. Close and lock the lid. Close the valve and select the Soup function according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
2
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Add pastina and stir to combine. Replace the lid. Close the valve and select the Soup function according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
3
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and stir. Let soup sit for 5 minutes so pasta will be fully cooked and spinach will be wilted. Season with salt to taste.
4
Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.

829

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 1/2 cups chopped carrots, 1 cup sliced celery, 1/2 cup diced red onion, and more.

Yes, Instant Pot® Italian Wedding Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Instant Pot® Italian Wedding Soup

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