This Instant Pot hamburger soup is easy and flavorful! It's a healthier comfort food meal that uses simple everyday ingredients like ground beef and potatoes.

If you're looking for the stovetop version, head on over to my popular Easy Hamburger Soup instead.

an instant pot with a ladle of hamburger soup

Why you'll love it

Tender ground beef enrobed in a tasty tomato broth... who can resist? This Instant Pot hamburger soup builds a ton of flavor in way less time. I just love how this appliance concentrates flavor and is pretty hands off. Open it up, and it's as if this soup has been simmering away for hours.

I always make this simple, hearty, and affordable soup when I'm cleaning out the pantry. This Instant Pot ground beef soup recipe also happens to be super forgiving. Got some extra veggies? Throw 'em in. It's all good! And the leftovers are very tasty. It's a reader favorite.

What you'll need

Olive oil, onions, and celery - sautéing sweet (Vidalia) onions along with celery makes a delicious aromatic base
Ground beef - it's also known as hamburger, hence the name of the soup. I like to use 95% lean.
Garlic - garlic lovers, add even more if that's your thing
Tomato paste and diced tomatoes - these pantry staples are canned at the peak of ripeness for perfect concentrated tomato flavor
Beef broth - a 32 oz container equals the 4 cups required for this recipe. Easy peasy.
Potatoes - Russet potatoes are my go-to variety for soups, but you can definitely use red or Yukon gold
Italian seasoning - this delicious blend of dried herbs comes in a single convenient jar and adds so much flavor

ingredients for instant pot hamburger soup in prep bowls on a counter

Pro tip

I like to use extra lean ground beef because it's a bit less fatty, so you can skip the step of draining the fat once you've browned it. There's still a bit of fat left, but I find it adds a nice flavor to the soup. If you do use a fattier ground beef, I would definitely drain some of the fat so the soup doesn't end up excessively oily.

How to make Instant Pot hamburger soup

This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

sauteing onions and ground beef in an instant pot

Add the oil and chopped onion and celery to your IP. Press the sauté button, cooking for 4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and meat. Cook until browned, giving it the occasional stir. I don't drain the fat, but you can if not using extra lean ground beef.

adding broth and tomatoes to an instant pot for hamburger soup

Stir in the tomato paste, followed by the diced tomatoes, broth, Italian seasoning, and potatoes. Close the lid with the valve on "sealing". Cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. After the countdown, do a quick pressure release. Season generously with salt & pepper, and enjoy!

Tools for this recipe

Check out Natasha's favorite kitchen essentials, gadgets, and cookware!

I have an older 6 quart model, but here's the latest version of the Instant Pot.
Not sure how to store the other half of your onion? This onion saver keeps it fresh in the fridge.
A sturdy ladle that doesn't slop soup all over is a must-have.

Substitutions and variations

You can definitely add in some chopped carrots at the same time as the celery.
Several readers have successfully thrown in a drained can of corn and/or green beans. Or stir in some spinach after you release the pressure for even more veggies and let it wilt.
If you're sensitive to salt, use low-sodium beef broth.

What to serve with Instant Pot hamburger soup

I like how hearty this soup is, so a dinner roll, breadsticks, or a slice of Cheesy Garlic Bread will round it out nicely.
For a classic soup and salad combo, try spring mix with my Creamy Balsamic Dressing or this mouthwatering Beet and Spinach Salad to change it up.

Leftovers and storage

Store leftovers of this hamburger soup in the fridge for 3-4 days in a covered container. The flavors intensify over time even more!
I recommend reheating over a low heat in a saucepan, stirring every so often until warmed through.
Leftovers will freeze well. Consume within 3 months. I like to store them in individual containers.

More Instant Pot recipes

Let me know in the comments below if you gave this easy Instant Pot soup recipe a try. I'd love a review. Questions the blog post didn't answer? Talk to me! You can also find me on Instagram.

This recipe was originally published on January 30, 2019. It's been updated with new photos and better instructions but is the same great recipe!

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