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Instant Pot Lentils

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Instant Pot Lentils
Instant Pot Lentils

Instant Pot lentils are an easy, versatile and budget friendly staple that you can use in so many other recipes.

Instant Pot Lentils styled with rice and veggies

These are super versatile, and you can use them in other recipes such as lentil salad. Serve them as a side dish, or make a meal out of them by serving with rice and your favorite fixins.

I often serve mine with rice, diced avocado, tomatoes, green onion and whatever else sounds good.

Instant Pot Lentils

How to make Instant Pot lentils

First, gather your ingredients.

Ingredients

For tastiest results, always use the best quality ingredients you have access to.

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To make this Instant Pot lentils recipe, you will need the following:

  • Vegetable broth
  • lentils – green or brown will work
  • garlic powder
  • onion powder
  • paprika
  • oregano
  • salt and pepper

Cooking Instant Pot lentils

Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot and stir everything together. Secure the lid and set the valve to the “SEALING” position.

So, how long and what temperature do you cook lentils in the Instant Pot? Cook in “Pressure Cook” mode for 9 to 10 minutes.

This cook time yields very tender beans, which is what I prefer. If you prefer them a little more al dente, feel free to experiment with less cook time. It is very easy to check them and cook for another minute if you prefer.

Wait for the Instant Pot to come to pressure (about 5-ish minutes) then it will countdown the 9 minutes of cooking time. Do a manual release to release any remaining pressure from the pot.

Remove the lid and stir the lentils.

spoon stirring Instant Pot lentils

Add more salt and pepper if needed for taste.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Instant Pot Lentils

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 5 to 7 days. Y’all let me know if you try this recipe! I hope you enjoy it.

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Instant Pot Lentils styled with rice and veggies
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Instant Pot Lentils

Instant Pot lentils are an easy, versatile and budget friendly staple that you can use in so many other recipes.

Course Basics
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Keyword Instant Pot lentils
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
come to pressure time 5 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 180 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1.5 cups Brown lentils – green will also work
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot and stir everything together. Secure the lid and set the valve to the “SEALING” position.
  2. Cook in “Pressure Cook” mode for 9-10 minutes.
  3. Wait for the Instant Pot to come to pressure (about 5 minutes) then it will countdown the 9 minutes of cooking time. Do a manual release to release any remaining pressure from the pot. Remove the lid and stir the lentils. Add more salt and pepper if needed for taste.
  4. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Recipe Notes

Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator.

Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Lentils
Amount Per Serving
Calories 180 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g
Sodium 861mg37%
Potassium 482mg14%
Carbohydrates 31g10%
Fiber 15g63%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 440IU9%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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