Instant Pot Bean Soup

Instant Pot Bean Soup is a simple recipe made with healthier ingredients that is perfect as a side or as a meal in itself.

This comforting soup is hearty and flavorful and is made with a nutritious blend of hearty beans, aromatic vegetables, and flavorful herbs.

Easy instant pot bean soup recipe.

This is a quick and easy recipe featuring a rich broth pressure cooked with the beans and vegetables.

I like that there are so many ways to personalize this soup with add-ins such as additional vegetables, seasonings, or proteins.

Did you try my recipe for Instant Pot Cream of Mushroom Soup.?

That is another delicious soup recipe that can be made in a pressure cooker. Both this recipe for bean soup and that recipe for mushroom soup are warm and comforting recipe especially on a cold day.

Dried beans are used to make this recipe. You can find a variety dried beans here.

Why we love this recipe for bean soup.

This is a simple recipe that is hearty and filling. Even better, it is made with healthier ingredients.

Here is what else we like about this recipe for

• This recipe can be made vegan and vegetarian.
• The ingredients used in this recipe are relatively inexpensive.
• Leftovers can be easily stored and reheated.
• This recipe is made in one pot, making for an easy clean up.
• There are many ways to add more flavor and texture to this recipe.
• Soup is especially perfect on a cold day.

Ingredients needed to make homemade bean soup in a pressure cooker.

The ingredients used in this recipe are common ingredients that you may already have on hand. Feel free to adjust the ingredients to your liking.

• Dried Beans. This can include navy beans, black beans, or even a mix of beans.
• Olive Oil. Used in sauteing the vegetables.
• Onion. Your onion should be diced or chopped.
• Carrots. Also diced or chopped.
• Celery. Sliced .
• Garlic. Your garlic can be minced or chopped.
• Broth. For vegetarian or vegan, use a vegetable broth. Chicken or beef can be used for non-vegan/vegetarian soup.
• Tomatoes. Diced tomatoes add to the texture, color, and flavor.
• Herbs and Seasonings. My soup was made with dried thyme and rosemary as well as salt and pepper.

Tips for making the best instant pot soup.

Since we are using dried beans, it is best to rinse the dry the beans thoroughly under cold water and to also pick out any debris or stones. Even better, soaking the beans overnight can do a great job of cleaning your beans.

More helpful tips for you.

1. Adding a protein, such as chickpeas or sliced chicken, can make this soup into a filling meal.
2. Other veggies that work well in this soup include peppers, spinach, small potatoes,
3. I'm that person who will throw in some elbow or fusilli pasta to make this recipe even better.
4. This recipe starts with sautéing the aromatics (onion, carrots, celery, and garlic). This is an important step that should not be skipped as it help build the flavor of the soup.
5. Customize your soup by adding different kind of seasonings. Popular choices include cumin, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
6. Serve this soup with with a salad or roll for a filling meal.

How to make Instant Pot Bean Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes.
Yield: 6 servings.
Cook Time: 40 minutes .

1. If you have not done so, prepare your dried beans as indicated to make sure that they are clean and free of debris.
2. Saute your vegetables. Place the olive oil into your pressure cooker and top it with the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Set the to "Sauté" mode and cook until they begin to soften (3-5 minutes).
3. Add the other ingredients. Next, add the rinsed beans, broth, diced tomatoes, herbs and seasonings to the pot. Stir the ingredients together.
4. Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 40 minutes.
5. Allow the pressure to release naturally (for about 15-20 minutes).
6. Carefully switch the valve to "Venting" to release any remaining pressure.
7. Next, carefully open the lid, taste the soup, and adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve the soup with garnishes as desired.

Expert Tip👉 This soup stores well and leftovers can be used in other recipes too!

How to store leftover bean soup.

Once the soup has fully cooled, it should be stored in an airtight container or zip top bag. If properly stored, this soup should keep for about five days when refrigerated or up to a few months when frozen.

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Instant Pot Bean Soup, a delicious and simple appetizer, side, or meal recipe made in about an hour with healthy ingredients.Vegan, Vegetarian

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