Rich in fiber, protein, iron (and more!), it’s a nourishing, plant-based meal to fuel you all winter and beyond! Plus, it’s made with ingredients you likely have in your pantry right now and requires just 1 pot. Let’s make soup!
How to Make Instant Pot Lentil Soup
This 1-pot soup begins with sautéing onion, carrots, garlic, and ginger in coconut oil with a little salt and pepper to build a flavorful base. The ability to sauté in the same pot you use to pressure cook is one of the beauties of the Instant Pot! Next, we add our go-to DIY curry powder for Indian-inspired flavor and potatoes and lentils to make the soup hearty and filling. Vegetable broth contributes flavor and enough liquid to submerge the lentils for pressure cooking. After a quick 10 minutes on high pressure, the lentils and potatoes become tender, the broth infuses with curry flavor, and the soup is ready for its final ingredients! Lastly, we stir in kale or spinach for a greens boost and coconut milk for a creamy finish! Optional coconut sugar can be added, if desired, to balance the heat. The soup is then ready to serve as is, or garnished with cilantro and lemon juice for added freshness and flavor. We hope you LOVE this lentil soup! It’s:FlavorfulCreamySpicyComfortingNourishingPerfect for meal prep& SO delicious! It’s hearty enough to be a meal on its own, but is especially satisfying paired with Easy Vegan Naan, Fluffy Gluten-Free Naan (Yeast-Free, 20 Minutes!), The Best Vegan Garlic Bread, or even just toasted bread!
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