Description
This hearty Instant Pot Wedding Soup is a comforting Italian classic made in under 30 minutes! Packed with tender meatballs, rich broth, fresh vegetables, and short pasta, it’s a quick and easy meal perfect for weeknights. Whether you use frozen or homemade meatballs, this soup is a delicious, high-protein recipe for dinner that the whole family will love. Try this healthy recipe for lunch or an easy dinner option!
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 8 oz short pasta (ditalini, acini de pepe, or orzo)
- 1 oz Parmesan cheese, grated
- 6 cups chicken broth (more if needed)
- 48 mini frozen meatballs
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Instant Pot Wedding Soup with Frozen or Pre-cooked Meatballs:
- Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Add garlic, then stir in the diced carrots and celery.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze.
- Secure the lid, set the valve to “sealing,” and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Quick-release when done.
- Press cancel, then turn the Instant Pot back to sauté mode. Bring the broth to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook for 9-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. In the last few minutes, add the meatballs and allow them to heat through.
- Turn off the Instant Pot, then stir in the spinach and Parmesan cheese.
- Let the soup cool for 5 minutes, then season with salt and black pepper if needed. Serve hot!
Wedding Soup with Homemade Meatballs:
- If using homemade meatballs, prepare them in advance before following the instructions above.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh meatballs for frozen ones. Just brown them in the Instant Pot before adding the broth.
- For a lighter version, use turkey or chicken meatballs.
- Add a squeeze of lemon for extra brightness!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg