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Instant Pot Vegetarian Pozole Verde

Instant Pot Vegetarian Pozole Verde is a hearty and flavorful dish full of fresh greens and hominy. This soup is quick to prepare in an Instant Pot, making it a perfect meal for any day of the week. Rich in nutrients and comforting, this dish is excellent for vegetarians and anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Instant Pot
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 15-ounce cans hominy, drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • as needed fresh lime wedges, for serving
  • as needed fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Set the Instant Pot to the sauté function and heat the olive oil.
  • Add the diced onion and cook for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, chopped jalapeño, cumin, oregano, and chili powder. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any stuck bits.
  • Add the hominy, diced zucchini, and frozen corn to the pot. Stir well.
  • Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Select the manual setting and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
  • Once the cooking is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
  • Open the lid and stir in the chopped spinach. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños according to your preference.
For a heartier dish, you can add beans such as black beans or pinto beans.
This soup can be refrigerated for up to 4 days and can be frozen for longer storage. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave before serving.