Are you craving a warm, comforting bowl of tomato soup that’s not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make? Look no further! This Instant Pot Tomato Soup recipe will take your taste buds on a delightful journey to Italy in just 20 minutes. With fresh tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil, you'll be amazed at how quickly you can whip up this classic dish. Perfect for chilly evenings or a quick lunch, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Dive in to discover how to create a rich, velvety tomato soup that’s bursting with flavor and goodness!
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 6 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: 6 ripe tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 cloves of garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of sugar, salt, pepper, 2 cups of vegetable broth, and fresh basil for garnish.
- Prepare the vegetables: chop the tomatoes and onion into small pieces and mince the garlic cloves.
- Set your Instant Pot to the 'Sauté' mode. Once it's hot, add the 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pot.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot, along with the 1 teaspoon of sugar, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir everything together to combine.
- Pour in the 2 cups of vegetable broth, ensuring that all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Close the lid of the Instant Pot and ensure the valve is set to 'Sealing'. Select the 'Manual' or 'Pressure Cook' setting and set the timer for 10 minutes.
- Once the cooking time is complete, allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for about 5 minutes before performing a quick release for any remaining pressure.
- Carefully open the lid and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend to your desired consistency.
- Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or sugar if necessary.
- Serve the tomato soup hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves. Enjoy your delicious Italian-style tomato soup!
Tips
- Choose Ripe Tomatoes: For the best flavor, use ripe, in-season tomatoes. The sweeter the tomatoes, the richer your soup will be.
- Sauté for Flavor: Don’t rush the sautéing step! Allow the onions to become translucent and fragrant before adding garlic, as this builds a deeper flavor base for your soup.
- Adjust Seasonings: After blending, taste your soup and adjust the seasonings. A pinch of sugar can enhance the sweetness of the tomatoes, while a little extra salt can elevate all the flavors.
- Texture Preference: If you prefer a chunkier soup, blend only half of the mixture and leave the rest as is. This will give you a delightful contrast in texture.
- Garnish Creatively: Fresh basil is a classic garnish, but feel free to add a swirl of cream or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for an extra touch of indulgence.
- Storage Tips: Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Just reheat and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 95kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
