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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Special Diet ยป Instant Pot

    Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

    Published: Dec 17, 2022 ยท Updated: Dec 17, 2022 ยท Post may contain affiliate links

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    Easy Vegetable Beef Soup recipe made in the Instant Pot gives you a huge batch of gluten-free, dairy-free delicious soup in half the time.

    two bowl of beef soup on blue and white napkins with silver spoons and garlic bread
    • About Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
      • Ingredients
        • Veggies in Soup
        • Cost of Recipe
    • How to Make Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
      • Timing of Soup
    • Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe Tips
      • Variations
        • Ingredient Options
        • Alternative Prep & Cooking
        • How to Make Allergy-Friendly
        • How to Fix a Mistake
      • Make-Ahead Ideas
      • Storage Suggestions
    • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Nutrition Benefits
      • What to Serve with Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

    About Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

    Soup is the ideal comfort food, especially vegetable beef soup. But it's not usually a quick meal.

    Rarely would you have time to make it on a weeknight unless you start dinner at 2pm.

    Great for slow Sunday afternoons but soup is typically best when it has enough time to simmer and allow all the flavors to combine.

    That's where the Instant Pot (or pressure cooker) comes in, and this Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup recipe is ready in half the time than if it was prepared on the stovetop.

    It takes 1 hour and 20 minutes to use the Instant Pot, whereas it would take around 3 hours if cooked on the stove or even longer in the slow cooker.

    Of course, this homemade vegetable beef soup recipe is easily adaptable to the stovetop and the crockpot. See notes below for alternative prep/cook.

    can of diced tomatoes, carton of beef broth, potato, onion, green bell pepper, garlic, celery, carrot, bowl of water, bowl of frozen mixed veggies, package of lean beef stew meat, bowls with spices: italian seasoning, oregano, and paprika plus salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and garlic powder

    Ingredients

    Beef: For this soup, use a cut of beef with more connective tissue like a chuck or round. Beef stew meat is a great option since it's best when it has enough time to simmer and tenderize.

    Veggies: There are over 10 cups of veggies in this vegetable beef soup! Onions, bell peppers, carrots, celery, garlic, frozen mixed veggies, canned tomatoes, and potatoes.

    Broth: Any type of stock or broth can be used, like bone broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth. Unsalted or low-sodium is preferable to keep the sodium from being super high. In a pinch, water can be used in place of the stock.

    Spices: The spices in this Instant Pot vegetable beef soup are Italian seasoning, dried parsley, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.

    Garlic salt is used to season the beef, but you can use a combo of salt + garlic powder or your favorite all-purpose beef/steak seasoning.

    Veggies in Soup

    Onions: All onions will work well - yellow, white, Vidalia, and red onions. Use what you have and/or prefer.

    Bell peppers: Same as onions, all bell peppers are great in this soup. It was tested with green bell pepper as well as orange bell pepper, and there was not a noticeable difference in taste.

    Carrots: Fresh, chopped carrots are a standard in vegetable soups. They are often in the bag of frozen mixed veggies, so feel free to omit the fresh carrots.

    Celery: Another great vegetable for soup, though it can be replaced with any other veggie you want.

    Garlic: Because this is such a large batch of soup, be sure to use at least 3 cloves of garlic. But up to 6-8 cloves would be delicious if you like garlic. You can use garlic powder if needed.

    Frozen mixed veggies: This recipe was tested with a bag of frozen mixed vegetables with carrots, green beans, corn, and peas. Use 12-16 ounces. Canned mixed veggies could be used as well. Make sure to drain before using.

    Tomatoes: Canned tomatoes give richness as well as extra liquid and nutrients. Petite diced tomatoes are best since they don't overwhelm the soup. But that's a personal preference. If possible, get no-salt-added.

    Potatoes: Any potato works. Red potatoes and white potatoes hold their shape the best. Baking potatoes, Yukon Gold, and Russet potatoes don't hold their shape as well, but they will result in a thicker soup. The recipe was tested using russet potatoes.

    two bowls of vegetable beef soup with garlic bread, a napkin, and Instant Pot in background

    Cost of Recipe

    • stew meat 1.3 pounds: $9.28
    • garlic salt ยฝ teaspoon: $0.06
    • onions 2 medium: $1
    • bell pepper 1 medium: $0.78
    • carrots 4 medium: $0.80
    • celery 2 stalks: $0.28
    • garlic 4 cloves: $0.24
    • frozen mixed veggies 16 ounces: $1.14
    • potatoes 2 pounds: $1.20
    • canned tomatoes 15-ounce can: $0.88
    • beef broth 32-ounce carton: $1
    • Italian seasoning 1 teaspoon: $0.18
    • dried parsley 1 teaspoon: $0.33
    • salt 1 teaspoon: $0.01
    • paprika ยฝ teaspoon: $0.07
    • garlic powder ยฝ teaspoon: $0.04
    • red pepper flakes ยฝ teaspoon: $0.10
    • black pepper ยผ teaspoon: $0.03

    TOTAL COST: $17.42 or $2.18/serving (Based on San Diego grocery stores 2022)

    Note that this is not the recipe; it's simply to show the cost breakdown of ingredients. Be sure to scroll down to the full recipe to see the specific ingredients and directions.

    collage with six photos of beef cooking in instant pot, vegetables sauteed in instant pot, potatoes and veggies in pot, broth being poured into pot, soup ingredients in instant pot before cooking, and soup after cooking with a black spoon stirring soup

    How to Make Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

    Time needed: 1 hour and 20 minutes.

    Easy vegetable beef soup made in the pressure cooker so it's ready in half the time with the same, slow-simmered flavor you'll love.

    1. Sear the meat.

      Remove and set aside.

    2. Sauté the onions, bell peppers, carrots, and celery.

    3. Add remaining ingredients.

    4. Pour in the broth and water.

      Only add enough water that it goes to the full line.

    5. Stir and cook.

    6. Release pressure and enjoy!

      garlic bread next to two bowls of beef vegetable soup

    Timing of Soup

    Total recipe time of a recipe made in the Instant Pot can be a bit confusing since recipes often leave out the time it takes to bring it to pressure as well as release the pressure.

    However, it's important to me that I share the most accurate info, so here's an outline of the time it takes to make instant pot vegetable beef soup from start to finish:

    • 7-10 minutes to sear the beef
    • 10 minutes to sauté the veggies
    • 5 minutes to add the remaining ingredients
    • 15-20 minutes for soup to come to pressure
    • 25 minutes cook time
    • 10 minutes to release the pressure

    To streamline the process, chop the veggies (onion, bell pepper, carrots, and celery) while the beef is searing.

    Then mince the garlic, chop the potatoes, and get all the remaining ingredients out while the veggies are sauteing. (If you have time, you can start to clean up)

    That way, it's about 25 minutes of hands-on time (preparing and cooking), and 55 minutes of hands-off cooking time.

    instant pot filled with potatoes, canned tomatoes, frozen mixed veggies, cooked beef, and spices before cooking

    Vegetable Beef Soup Recipe Tips

    When searing the beef, you don't need to cook the meat all the way through. You simply want to get a nice brown crust on the beef.

    Searing the meat caramelizes the natural sugar in the beef and browns the proteins to form a brown crust on the surface of the meat that enhances the savory flavor of the meat. Plus, the browned bits also boost the flavor so you don't have a bland soup.

    Variations

    Ingredient Options

    Beef: Any chuck or round beef cut into about ยฝ-inch to 1-inch pieces can be used. Ground beef can be used in place of pieces of meat. Simply cook about 1.5 pounds of ground beef (and drain off any excess fat if needed) and follow the remaining instructions.

    Veggies: Most vegetables in this soup can be interchanged. If you prefer bell peppers, use another bell pepper in place of onion, celery, or carrots. Or add extra just because.

    You can also double the frozen mixed veggies in place of adding the fresh carrot, bell pepper, and/or celery.

    I wouldn't leave out all of the onion since it gives this soup its classic vegetable beef soup flavor.

    Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh. Use 1 ยฝ teaspoons of garlic powder to replace the fresh.

    Alternative Prep & Cooking

    Stovetop:

    • Follow the instructions, but instead of cooking in the pressure cooker, simmer on the stove for about 2 hours on medium-low heat.
    • Be sure to stir occasionally.

    Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup:

    • Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker.
    • Cook on Low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
    bowls with soup made with potatoes, beef, and vegetables next to a white and black napkin and garlic bread

    How to Make Allergy-Friendly

    Homemade vegetable beef soup is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, and nut-free.

    How to Fix a Mistake

    Not enough flavor: If your soup is lacking flavor, you can add extra spices like garlic powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, or Italian seasoning. You can also sprinkle with extra salt. Or try adding something acidic like lemon juice, red white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or white wine vinegar.

    Too salty: Chop one small potato, and add to the pot. Simmer for an extra 20 to 25 minutes until the potatoes are soft. Potato helps absorb the salty flavor.

    two silver spoons, blue and white napkin, garlic bread, and bowls of vegetable beef soup

    Make-Ahead Ideas

    Soup is great to make ahead of time. Prepare as directed and transfer to airtight containers to keep in the fridge. Reheat in the microwave, on the stove, or in the Instant Pot whenever you're ready to enjoy.

    For the microwave, simply reheat in a microwave-safe bowl in 60-second intervals, stirring between.

    To reheat on the stove, put the vegetable beef soup in a pot and heat over medium until warm.

    If using the Instant Pot to reheat the soup, transfer the soup to the Instant Pot and use the sauté function to heat it. Heat, stirring occasionally,

    Storage Suggestions

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5-7 days or in the freezer for up to 6 weeks.

    If freezing, I recommend storing it in smaller portions so you can defrost the amount you need instead of having to defrost a huge amount of soup.

    a blue and orange ball with a dog being held back by a man holding a spoon in an instant pot full of soup

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why does my vegetable beef soup taste bland?

    Vegetable beef soup might taste bland if you use only water, a less flavorful broth, or your spices are expired. Another reason is that potatoes soak up a lot of the seasoning and salt.
    Luckily, searing the meat and sauteing the veggies before cooking help prevent this. Also, adjusting the spices to your taste preferences helps.

    How do I make beef soup taste better?

    If the soup tastes bland, add 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, or lemon juice. Add in teaspoon-sized increments if desired.
    If you want it to be spicier, add an extra ยผ teaspoon of red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or paprika, and simmer for 5 minutes. Increase in ยผ teaspoon increments if needed.
    Or sprinkle with ยผ teaspoon garlic salt.

    How do you thicken beef vegetable soup?

    To thicken your vegetable beef soup, stir together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with ยฝ cup cold water. Mix and add to soup. Let cook for about 15 minutes to thicken. Repeat with another 1 or 2 tablespoons of cornstarch plus cold water if needed.
    Another option is to add a can of creamed corn and cook for 15 minutes. This should thicken the soup.

    Does soup taste better the longer you cook it?

    Soup almost always tastes better the longer you allow it to simmer which gives the flavors a chance to completely combine.

    Can you cook meat and vegetables at the same time in an instant pot?

    Yes, you can cook meat and vegetables at the same time in an instant pot for this vegetable beef soup.

    Nutrition Benefits

    Thanks to all the veggies, you'll get tons of antioxidants, fiber, and nutrients. Beef is also full of nourishment and satisfying protein.

    Each serving (2 cups) of vegetable beef soup has over 1 cup of veggies, 7 grams of fiber, and 23 grams of protein.

    Plus, it's full of vitamins and minerals like 172% RDA of Vitamin A, 63% RDA of Vitamin C, 37% RDA of Potassium, and 17% RDA of iron.

    What to Serve with Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

    This is technically a pretty balanced meal in and of itself, but one serving is not going to sustain you for long since it's lower in calories. To make this satisfying for longer, serve it with bread, crackers, or another carbohydrate.

    overhead view of a pressure cooker with soup plus two bowls of vegetable soup and garlic bread

    Final thoughts:

    Vegetable beef soup is the perfect comforting soup. Full of veggies, warming, hearty, and delicious.

    Because it's cooked in the Instant Pot, it's ready in half the time with the same, slow-simmered flavor you'll love.

    MORE BEEF SOUP RECIPES YOU'LL LOVE:

    • Ginger Beef Soup
    • Instant Pot Beef Pho
    • Steak and Potato Soup
    • Taco Soup
    • Roasted Beef and Mushroom Soup
    two bowl of beef soup on blue and white napkins with silver spoons and garlic bread

    Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup

    Easy Vegetable Beef Soup recipe made in the Instant Pot gives you a huge batch of gluten-free, dairy-free delicious soup in half the time.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes
    Pressure Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Meme
    Total Cost: $17.42 or $2.18/serving

    Ingredients

    • 1.25 pounds beef stew meat
    • ยฝ teaspoon garlic salt
    • 2 medium onions diced
    • 1 medium bell pepper diced
    • 4 medium carrots diced
    • 2 stalks celery diced
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 16 ounces frozen mixed veggies
    • 6 small potatoes chopped
    • 1 (15 ounce can) can no-salt added diced tomatoes undrained
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ยฝ teaspoon paprika
    • ยฝ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ยฝ teaspoon crushed red pepper
    • ยผ teaspoon black pepper
    • 4 cups beef broth
    • 4 cups water

    Instructions

    • Heat the Instant Pot to Sauté, and add the beef. Sprinkle with garlic salt. Brown the beef on all sides (about 7-10 minutes), and transfer it to a plate.
    • Add the onions, bell peppers, carrots, and celery and sauté for 10 minutes until lightly browned.
    • Stir in garlic, frozen mixed vegetables, potatoes, tomatoes (including juices), all seasonings, and beef broth. Scrape up any of the browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
    • Pour in water until it reaches the fill line (about 3-4 cups), and stir well.
    • Use the Pressure Cook function and cook for 25 minutes. Cover and set the Instant Pot lid to sealing.
    • Allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes then set the lid to Venting and release the pressure manually.
    • Stir well, and enjoy!

    Notes

    *Makes 16 cups of vegetable beef soup.
    *To replace garlic salt, season the beef with ยผ teaspoon salt and ยผ teaspoon garlic powder.
    *When searing the beef, you don't need to cook the meat all the way through. You simply want to get a nice brown crust on the beef.
    *6 small baking or russet potatoes equal about 2 pounds of potatoes.
    *Use a 12-16 ounce package of frozen mixed veggies (about 4 cups).

    What to Use in This Recipe

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    Meme


    Vegetable Beef Soup Nutrition Facts

    Nutrition Facts
    Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
    Serving Size
     
    2 cups
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    263
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    4
    g
    6
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    6
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.4
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    2
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    44
    mg
    15
    %
    Sodium
     
    767
    mg
    33
    %
    Potassium
     
    1292
    mg
    37
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    35
    g
    12
    %
    Fiber
     
    7
    g
    29
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    23
    g
    46
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    8591
    IU
    172
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    52
    mg
    63
    %
    Calcium
     
    73
    mg
    7
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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