Instant Pot Beetroot Soup
If you’re looking for a tasty and delicious soup recipe for any season, then why not try Instant Pot Beetroot Soup. This delicious recipe is super easy and quick to make, and it’s so tasty! The flavor is sweet with a hint of tanginess and there it has a vegan friendly option making it perfect for different preferences and requirements. Enjoy!
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Why Make Instant Pot Soup?
Well, the Instant pot is such a versatile appliance but one of my favorite things to cook in the Instant Pot is Instant Pot Soup. It’s usually simple and fast and most soup recipes are dump and dash or involve a very quick saute time.
Your soup in the instant pot is a quick and easy way to make home made meals for all seasons. This Instant Pot Beetroot Soup recipe is so tasty and delicious, but it’s also super fast and simple to cook which makes it a real winner!
Is Beetroot Soup The Same As Borscht?
Borscht is a type of beetroot soup made in Russia and the Ukraine. Unlike this recipe Borscht generally has a non vegetable broth such as chicken or beef broth and has other vegetables added such as cabbage and carrot. Borscht is a healthy soup and usually has sour cream added at the end.
Is Borscht Eaten Hot or Cold?
Beetroot soup and borscht can be eaten both hot or cold. It’s a healthy recipe than can be eaten all year round and depending on the weather and time of day you may prefer to have cold beetroot soup.
How To Make this Into A Vegan Soup
If you want to make this recipe as a vegan beetroot soup or ensure this is dairy free then simply skip the 2 tablespoons of cream. This will make the soup vegan friendly and it will still taste amazing!
The Benefits Of Beetroot In Your Diet
beetroot is great for the diet and can help with many health benefits including helping with weight loss.
A better heart
Beetroot is a great source of dietary nitrate which can improve your cardiovascular health.
Healthier skin
If you have a pale complexion, don’t worry – just eat your beetroot. It’s a great source of antioxidants and vitamin C which can help to brighten and improve your skin tone.
A healthier gut
Beetroot is rich in dietary fiber which can help to nourish and feed the good bacteria in your gut.
A healthier brain
Beetroot is a great source of magnesium which can improve memory and cognitive function.
Detoxification
It’s true that beetroot is high in antioxidants, but it also contains diuretic properties which can help to flush your system.
Do beets make you poop?
Beetroot is a great vegetable to eat if you are constipated. It can help to loosen stools and relieve constipation. This is due to the fiber content of beetroot and the fact that it contains a form of sugar called dietary nitrate. Beetroot is a healthy go to if you’re in need. Beetroot contains a lot of vitamin C, iron and potassium too.
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Ingredients needed for instant pot beetroot soup
- 1 1/2 lb or 700g beetroot peeled and diced: The beetroot needs to be diced small enough to allow it to soften while cooking. Make sure they pieces are no bigger than a tablespoon.
- 2 tsp garlic minced: Crushed fresh garlic or garlic paste in a jar works just as good.
- 2 Stalks of celery sliced: The celery adds extra nutrition, flavor and texture to the soup.
- 1/2 cup onion sliced: We use white onion , but red or yellow work just as good. If you want to experiment, you can even try spring or purple onion.
- 2 tbsp olive oil: Olive oil is a healthy oil and it adds a delicious flavor to the dish.
- 2 Cups vegetable broth: Vegetable broth keeps this recipe vegan friendly and adds a great hearty flavor to the soup.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice: Adding a tangy flavour to your Instant Pot soup.
- 3 tbsp coriander chopped and fresh: This is a great garnish for the top of your soup.
- 2 tbsp fresh cream: Don’t add this if you’r wanting a vegan friendly or dairy free soup
- Salt and pepper to taste: A generous dash of salt and pepper will add a great taste to the dish.
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How To Cook Beetroot Soup In The Instant Pot
Begin by turning your instant pot on. Add the olive oil, onion, celery and garlic. Saute until the veg is softened.
Add your chopped and diced beetroot to the instant pot. Pour in the vegetable stock and add lemon juice before locking the instant pot lid.
Next pressure cook your instant pot beetroot soup on high pressure for 14 minutes. This is enough time to break down the fiberous beetroot.
Release the steam naturally through the steam vent for 10 minutes then open and release any left over steam.
Use an immersion blender to blend your soup before adding fresh cream. Leave the cream out if you’re wanting this to be a vegan soup.
Stir the soup and serve into bowls. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Instant Pot Beetroot Soup (Vegan or Non Vegan Options)
This Instant Pot Beetroot Soup is a vegan-friendly dish to save you on a cold weather. This this one now!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb or 700g beetroot peeled and diced
- 2 tsp garlic minced or crushed
- 1/2 cup onion sliced
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 Cups vegetable broth or water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tbsp coriander chopped and fresh
- 2 tbsp fresh cream
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
Begin by turning your instant pot on. Add the olive oil, onion, celery and garlic. Saute until the veg is softened.
Add your chopped and diced beetroot to the instant pot. Pour in the vegetable stock and add lemon juice before locking the instant pot lid.
Next pressure cook your instant pot beetroot soup on high pressure for 14 minutes. This is enough time to break down the fiberous beetroot.
Release the steam naturally through the steam vent for 10 minutes then open and release any left over steam.
Use an immersion blender to blend your soup before adding fresh cream. Leave the cream out if you're wanting this to be a vegan soup.
Stir the soup and serve into bowls. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 384Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 1280mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 9gSugar: 34gProtein: 9g
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About Angela Milnes
Angela Milnes is a Qualified Teacher who has specialised in Preschool and Kindergarten teaching. She has studied nutrition for children and has also taught cooking skills to adults. Angela loves to share family meals and easy instant pot recipes here on The Inspiration Edit. Follow her on Pinterest!