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.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Squash Soup Recipes Zucchini Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 Facts : Calories 275.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 52.3 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 1330.8 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
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King Kazu
k59@gmail.comThis soup is delicious, and it's so easy to make. I highly recommend it.
Marisol DIVA
marisold@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new family favorite, and I'll definitely be making it again and again.
Lumi Verrett
verrettlumi@aol.comI made this soup for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it, and I got so many compliments.
Abadat Ch
abadat@yahoo.comThis soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the tortellini and the pesto, and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.
Frp file
f@gmail.comI'm not a huge fan of minestrone soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying, and I love the addition of the tortellini.
Ije Dan
i.dan2@yahoo.comThis soup is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Danny Frew
frewd@yahoo.comI love the addition of pesto to this soup. It gives it a really nice flavor and makes it extra special.
Mohcine Amradouch
mohcineamradouch71@yahoo.comThis soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of odds and ends in my fridge, and this soup is a great way to use them up and make a delicious meal.
M Arshad
arshadm@gmail.comI've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.
Isaiahmj4
isaiahmj460@hotmail.comThis minestrone soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's the perfect comfort food for a cold day. I love that it's made in the Instant Pot, too - it's so easy to throw everything in and have a delicious meal in no time.