Warm up with this delicious and easy-to-make Instant Pot Meatball Soup! This hearty soup is packed with tender meatballs, vegetables, and a flavorful broth, making it the perfect comfort food for any season.
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Set your Instant Pot to the sauté function and heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Gently place the prepared meatballs into the Instant Pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid. If using pasta or rice, add it to the pot at this stage.
Close the lid of the Instant Pot and set the valve to the sealing position. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully quick release the remaining pressure.
Carefully open the Instant Pot, giving the soup a gentle stir. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs or grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.