Step 1

Add olive oil to the insert pot of the Instant Pot. Press the Saute button to heat up the insert pot.

Step 2

Add onions, carrots, and celery to the pot, stirring for a couple of minutes as they begin to soften slightly and become fragrant.

Step 3

Turn off the Saute function. Add broth, garlic powder, ditalini, and frozen meatballs to the insert pot.

Step 4

Set a cook time of 3 minutes at high pressure. When cook time is complete, allow a 5 minute natural release of pressure followed by a quick release of remaining pressure.

Step 5

When the pressure has released and the valve has dropped, carefully open the lid. Stir in the kale and allow the hot broth to wilt it slightly.

Step 6

Add salt and pepper to taste and serve.