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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Instant Pot Lentil Soup (Vegan)

    Published: September 30, 2019 / Updated: December 29, 2020 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Instant Pot Lentil Soup (Vegan)

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    Instant Pot Lentil Soup is a fast, easy, hearty vegan dish packed with vitamins and minerals.

    one bowl of Instant Pot Lentil Soup

    Bring on cozy comfort food season. The hearty dishes that soothe the soul and warm us up. Bring on soups and stews, chilis and pastas.

    Vegan Instant Pot Lentil Soup

    Truth be told, I could eat this kind of food all year long. In fact, I made this Instant Pot Lentil Soup a couple of times over the summer to recipe test it for the blog. I can attest that it's definitely a recipe that can hold its own no matter what the weather!

    But now that there's a chill in the air, this soup is tasting better than ever.

    Easy Pantry Recipe

    One of the reasons I love this recipe is that you probably already have all, if not most, of the ingredients in your pantry or refrigerator.

    There's no meat to defrost. No spices you'll need to go out and buy (and probably only use once or twice). Just common veggies, green lentils, broth (I use vegetable broth but you can use chicken broth if that's what you have), and common spices. Easy peasy and SO fast and delicious!

    A healthier, heartier vegan and vegetarian soup

    This is a super hearty vegetarian recipe that I think you'll find the carnivores in your life will enjoy as well. Because there's no dairy, it's also one of my favorite vegan recipes.

    Because lentils contain virtually no fat but are high in fiber, they tend to fill you up without adding unnecessary calories to your meal. Studies also show that lentils, high in magnesium as well as fiber, have been shown to help reduce inflammation.

    What is the difference between green lentils and red lentils?

    Green lentils are also packed with great vitamins and minerals. According to the USDA, a half cup of dried green lentils provides 24g protein, 10g fiber, 80mg calcium, and 4mg iron.

    I use green lentils for this recipe because they tend to hold up and retain their shape during the cooking process. Red lentils, on the other hand, can get mushy when cooked for a while.

    Can lentil soup be frozen?

    Yes! Keep this lentil soup in an airtight freezer-friendly container in your freezer for up to 3 months.

    What to serve with vegan lentil soup

    While eating bowlfuls of this Instant Pot Lentil Soup on its own makes for a perfectly acceptable full meal, here are some ideas for side dishes to serve with it:

    • simple green salad
    • steamed or roasted broccoli
    • flatbread
    • smashed potatoes

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    Instant Pot Lentil Soup Recipe

    Instant Pot Lentil Soup

    5 from 13 votes
    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Cook Time: 20 mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This hearty vegan/vegetarian lentil soup comes together quickly thanks to your pressure cooker.
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 328kcal
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    Equipment

    • Instant Pot

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup chopped yellow or white onion
    • 1 cup chopped carrots (1-2 carrots)
    • ½ cup chopped celery (about 2 stalks)
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 1 - ½ cup green lentils
    • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
    • 1 tsp dried basil
    • 2 tsp dried thyme
    • 1 tsp dried oregano
    • kosher salt
    • pepper
    • 4 cups vegetable broth (2 14.5 oz cans)
    • 4 cups baby spinach

    Instructions

    INSTANT POT INSTRUCTIONS

    • Add onions, carrots, celery, garlic, lentils, and tomatoes to your Instant Pot.
    • Season ingredients with basil, thyme, oregano, salt and pepper.
    • Add broth and stir to combine.
      Instant Pot Lentil Soup broth
    • Set instant pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK on High for 15 minutes. Once the pressure cooker is done, quick release. Remove lid and stir in spinach.

    STOVETOP INSTRUCTIONS

    • Add all ingredients to a dutch oven and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to simmer, then cover. Cook for about 25-30 minutes.

    Notes

    BROTH SUBSTITUTION: If you don't have vegetable broth on hand and are not vegetarian, you can always use chicken broth instead.
    STORAGE: This lentil soup can remain refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
    Which size Instant Pot should I use for this recipe? I make this in my 8-quart Instant Pot Duo, but you could also make this in a 6-quart pressure cooker.  Do not attempt to make this in a 3-quart pressure cooker.
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 328kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1013mg | Potassium: 1268mg | Fiber: 26g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 8895IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 9mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

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      1. Victoria says

        March 25, 2020 at 6:12 pm

        5 stars
        I made this yesterday, and it was so tasty delicious! This recipe is a keeper. My husband who doesn’t really enjoy lentils all that much enjoyed it, and would love to have this again.

        Reply
      2. Kristina says

        October 01, 2019 at 11:48 am

        I LOVE easy instant pot recipes this time of year, especially when most everything is already in my pantry! your photos are stunning - this sounds SO good.

        Reply
      3. Erin @ Platings and Pairings says

        October 01, 2019 at 11:37 am

        5 stars
        I'm obsessed with making soup in the Instant Pot, and I've been using it like crazy during this chilly week we're having. This lentil soup looks so delicious - Can't wait to try it!

        Reply
      4. Catherine @ To & Fro Fam says

        September 30, 2019 at 3:23 pm

        5 stars
        I've been making and eating a lot of lentil soup lately, which I love because it's so healthy and vegetarian. But I need to try out different recipes of lentil soup to mix things up at dinner. Thanks for this one - it looks delish. (And I know I can't even believe it about the snow here in Oregon! Brr!)

        Reply
      5. Amanda says

        September 30, 2019 at 2:18 pm

        5 stars
        LOVE easy Instant Pot recipes and it's great that the ingredients are so simple.

        Reply
      6. Edyta says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:58 am

        5 stars
        I love my Instant Pot and finding amazing, healthy recipes to use it for. This soup will be made in my house often this winter season :)

        Reply
      7. kim says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:54 am

        5 stars
        This dish was such a hit with my whole family! Great recipe that I'll be making again for sure!

        Reply
      8. Becca @ Easy Cheesy Vegetarian says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:26 am

        This looks delicious! I love all those veggies you can see throughout. Looks yummy and healthy too :)

        Reply
      9. Raia Todd says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:23 am

        5 stars
        This is totally going on my menu. I love everything made in the Instant Pot and I'm always on the lookout for more yummy ways to use lentils.

        Reply
      10. Jessica Formicola says

        September 30, 2019 at 10:18 am

        5 stars
        I've been looking for a new soup recipe to try this fall, and this is it! It looks so delicious and I can't wait to try it!

        Reply

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