Instant Pot Lentils: Complete Guide to Perfect Results
Tender, flavorful lentils cooked in under 20 minutes using an Instant Pot. This nutritious base pairs well with vegetables, grains, or proteins and works with red, green, or brown lentils.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried lentils (red, green, or brown)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in Instant Pot on sauté setting.
- Add onions and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Add garlic, carrots, and celery; cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in lentils, broth, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Quick release pressure if using other cooking methods.
- Vent pressure naturally for 10 minutes before manual release.
- Fluff with a fork and adjust seasoning as needed
Notes
Use any lentil variety based on desired texture.
Add chopped tomatoes or lemon juice for brightness.
Storage: Cool completely before refrigerating up to 5 days.
Add chopped tomatoes or lemon juice for brightness.
Storage: Cool completely before refrigerating up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 1g