Coconut Curry Soup with leeks is a healthy soup recipe made in the Instant Pot. With one substitution this easy soup recipe can be made vegan or vegetarian.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in base of Instant Pot on saute mode. Once hot, add 3 leeks and saute until limp and golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Add 1 garlic clove, 2 cups carrot, and 2 stalks celery to hot pot and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
Add sauteed leeks along with 3 cups chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon curry, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper back to the Instant Pot. Close lid and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. When done, release pressure and open lid.
Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth. Stir in 14 ounces lite coconut milk and stir until heated through.