First, turn your Instant Pot on to the saute mode and saute the chopped onions in 1 tablespoon of oil for about 3-5 minutes until soft and slightly browned.
Second, add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds with the onions.
Next, deglaze any browned bits at the bottom of the pot by pouring in the broth and scraping it with a spatula.
After that, add the chopped carrots, all of the seasonings, the crushed tomatoes, and the tomato paste.
Following that, set your Instant Pot to HIGH pressure for 15 minutes (make sure you set it on sealing, not venting).
Once your Instant Pot is done cooking, allow it to release the pressure naturally for about 10 minutes.
Next, use a handheld immersion blender to puree your soup until it is smooth. You can skip this step if you prefer a chunky soup.
Lastly, give your soup a taste test and add any extra salt and pepper or other seasonings to your liking.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Are you on a dairy-free diet? You're in luck! This recipe contains no dairy ingredients!