Vegan Zuppa Toscana – Easy Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana

The easiest Vegan Zuppa Toscana recipe ever! Make this Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana recipe in under an hour with your favorite ingredients.

Today, we’re reinventing an all-time favorite – Olive Garden’s Zuppa Toscana, now in a vegan version. Fear not, this recipe is as straightforward as it is mouth-watering, courtesy of creative ingredients like Better Than Bouillon’s vegan chicken stock, Impossible Foods’ breakfast sausage, and Silk’s dairy-free half & half. Prepare to treat your palate with this amazing Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana!

The Easiest Vegan Zuppa Toscana

Busting the myth that vegan cooking has to be complicated or time-intensive, this Zuppa Toscana recipe stands as a testament to the contrary. This soup is a delightful combination of flavors that are sure to impress not only the vegan palate but also the most devoted meat eaters. Thanks to the versatility of an Instant Pot, and some ingenious plant-based swaps, you can now recreate this Italian staple in a healthier and animal-free way. The whole process is as smooth as the soup itself, promising a culinary journey that is as fulfilling as the final dish.

So, if you thought a hearty, flavorsome soup would take ages to prepare, brace yourself for a delightful surprise with this vegan Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana. It’s all about the right ingredients, a bit of creativity, and your trusty Instant Pot. The result? A soul-warming soup that’s ready before you know it. (You could even make this recipe on the stovetop)

Why Make a Vegan Copycat?

Choosing to create a vegan version of a well-loved dish like Zuppa Toscana isn’t just about offering a plant-based alternative. It’s about innovating in the kitchen, pushing boundaries and introducing everyone to the delightful possibilities of vegan cooking. When we opt for a vegan rendition, we are broadening the food spectrum, ensuring that this delectable soup can be relished by all – irrespective of dietary choices or constraints. More than just the ethical and health benefits associated with veganism, this transformation presents an occasion to experiment with the rich diversity of plant-based ingredients.

This vegan version of Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana makes it an inclusive dish, extending the warm, comforting embrace of this classic soup to everyone at the dinner table. So why not take this opportunity to reinvent tradition and experience the wonders of vegan gastronomy? It might just surprise you how flavorful and satisfying vegan food can be.

The Magic of Better Than Bouillon

This recipe hinges on one truly magical ingredient – Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Stock. A hidden gem in the vegan culinary world, this product is an absolute game changer. How, you ask? Well, it expertly lends your soup a rich, umami taste, emulating the robust flavor profile of traditional chicken broth, but without any animal-derived ingredients. What we have as a result is a deeply satisfying, full-bodied soup that’s virtually indistinguishable from its non-vegan counterpart.

So, don’t underestimate the power of this seemingly simple ingredient. It elevates your vegan Zuppa Toscana, transforming it into an exquisite, flavorful delight that stands toe to toe with the classic recipe. It’s safe to say, Better Than Bouillon is what makes our soup more than just bouillon – it’s an experience.

Using Impossible Breakfast Sausage

A key player in our vegan adaptation of Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is Impossible breakfast sausage. This isn’t your ordinary plant-based protein. It’s designed to replicate the unique flavor profile and texture of traditional sausage, making it a seamless swap in this recipe. When cooked just right in the Instant Pot, this incredible ingredient provides a savory depth that’s hard to distinguish from its meat-based counterpart. And the best part? You get all of this without the compromise of using animal products. This helps to retain the authenticity of Zuppa Toscana, while keeping it 100% vegan.

By incorporating Impossible breakfast sausage, we’re not just substituting ingredients, but recreating a culinary experience that is both ethical and delightful. It’s the hearty backbone of our soup, contributing a robust and satisfying element to the dish.

Incorporating Silk Plant-Based Half & Half

Moving onto our final key ingredient, Silk plant-based half & half. This is no ordinary creamer. It gives our Zuppa Toscana that luscious, velvety texture we all adore, without any dairy whatsoever. Traditional Zuppa Toscana leans heavily on cream or half & half for that characteristic silkiness, but unfortunately it doesn’t fit within vegan dietary guidelines. Here’s where Silk plant-based half & half comes into play.

This plant-based powerhouse steps in to provide the same rich creaminess that elevates this soup to the next level. It’s a marvelous substitute, both in texture and taste, holding its own against dairy-based half & half. You may be wondering if this swap compromises the flavor profile of the original recipe? The answer is a resounding no! In fact, it does such a stellar job, you might forget you’re not using traditional dairy. This allows us to retain the heartiness and decadence of the original recipe, while still keeping it vegan-friendly.

Silk plant-based half & half is a testament to the incredible variety of plant-based alternatives available today, that make it possible to enjoy all our favorite recipes in a vegan format, without sacrificing taste or texture. Incorporating this exceptional ingredient ensures our Zuppa Toscana is as indulgent and comforting as ever. The creamy finish it provides is just the perfect cherry on top for our wholesome, flavor-packed soup.

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Ingredients For The Vegan Zuppa Toscana

• 2-3 large potatoes
• one bunch of kale (my favorite is dinosaur kale)
• Impossible Sausage
• Better Than Bouillon
• Silk Plant Based Half & Half
• shallots or onion
• seasonings of choice
• olive oil
• garlic
• lemon

That’s it! As you can see, we’re using a blend of fresh produce, aromatic herbs and innovative plant-based alternatives. These ingredients combined in an Instant Pot, culminate into a hearty soup that doesn’t skimp on flavor or texture. And remember, don’t feel bound by these exact measurements.

Cooking is an art, so feel free to adjust quantities or swap ingredients to suit your taste buds. However, make sure to retain the key vegan components – Impossible breakfast sausage, Better Than Bouillon No Chicken Stock, and Silk plant-based half & half, as they play a pivotal role in mimicking the traditional flavors and textures of Zuppa Toscana. Now, let’s move on to the cooking process.

Instructions For Making Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana

1. Brown the Impossible Sausage in the Instant Pot on the sauté setting, drain and set aside. Stirring the sausage less frequently allows it to have time to brown.

2. Add the olive oil to the Instant Pot and sauté the onion and garlic on low for 5-8 minutes until translucent.

3. Add the potatoes, water, bouillon base, seasonings and stir well. Seal with the lid and pressure cook on low for 7 minutes, then manually release. Alternatively, cook on the simmer setting with the lid on or on the stovetop until the potatoes are fork tender.

4. Add the kale and stir in and cover. After 2-3 minutes, add the browned sausage and the Silk Half & Half, stir and serve while hot. Finish with a bit of lemon juice for some bright flavor.

Tips For Serving and Storing Your Zuppa Toscana

Once your vegan Instant Pot Zuppa Toscana is ready, the best way to enjoy its hearty goodness is to serve it immediately while it’s still piping hot. However, if you end up with more soup than you can finish in one sitting, don’t worry. Simply let it cool down before transferring it to an airtight container. Properly stored, your soup can be kept in the refrigerator and enjoyed over the next four days.

This Zuppa Toscana is great topped with Follow Your Heart Parmesan Cheese and served with sprouted grain bread to make a hearty meal.

The Impossible Sausage in the recipe is best when first added to the soup. It stores best for up to 24-48 hours before the “sausage” begins to separate. This may cause the loss of some visual and textural appeal, so know this is one food not made for long storage. If you want to extend its shelf life, consider freezing it. The soup can be easily stored in the freezer for up to two months.

Just be sure to thaw and reheat it properly before serving. The reheated soup will still retain its rich, hearty flavors and creamy texture, making it a convenient, ready-to-eat meal for those busy weekdays. So go ahead, whip up a large batch of this delectable soup, and let it be a comforting, delicious presence in your meals for days to come.

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