In the mood for a healthy and comforting meal? This Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup is packed with flavor, hearty, and super easy to make.
It’s the perfect dish for a quick, nutritious meal that’s ready in no time and great for any occasion.
The best part about this recipe is that it's healthy and takes almost half of the time on the stovetop.
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What are Red Lentils?
Red Lentils have a brilliant, tender, somewhat sweet character and give a great look when cooked into a soup.
They promptly take on the flavors that are added to it, while giving a generosity all their own.
Is Red Lentil soup healthy?
Instant Pot Red Lentils Soup is a wholesome meal.
Each serving has enough measure of vegan protein and vegetables.
What else can I add?
Although, this is already a complete meal yet so versatile at the same time!
Try adding a bit different toppings this time such as:
- Sour cream
- Yogurt
- Coconut milk
- Pumpkin seeds
- Chives
Is this recipe vegetarian?
Just skip chicken stock and it is completely vegetarian!
Can I skip chicken broth?
Yes, add vegetable broth or any other that is available at the moment.
But I recommend using chicken stock to have the best results.
How to make Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup?
Gather the necessary ingredients.
Take your Instant Pot and pour chicken broth in it.
Now add red lentils to the pot.
Add previously chopped carrots.
Now add in chopped celery and cover the pot.
Set the pot to High Pressure for 25 minutes.
Do a Quick Release.
Dish out and serve!
How to serve
Serve as is or with a piece of bread. For more ideas, feel free to check What To Serve With Lentil Soup.
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Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup
Ingredients
- 6 carrots chopped
- 2 celery chopped
- 2 cup chicken stock
- 1 ¼ cup red lentils
- 1 tablespoon parsley
Instructions
- Take your instant pot, pour chicken broth, and add lentils.
- Cover the pot and set it to high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Do a quick release.
- Add previously chopped vegetables and cover the pot.
- Set the pot to high pressure for 25 minutes.
- Do a quick release.
- Dish out.
- Season it with fresh parsley.
CAN YOU MAKE THIS WITHOUT AN INSTA POT?