How to Make Vegan Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber, making them a fantastic ingredient for creating hearty and nutritious soups. And with the convenience of an Instant Pot, you can have a delicious and filling meal ready in no time. This Vegan Instant Pot Red Lentil Soup is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.

What makes this soup truly stand out is how the Instant Pot helps to infuse the flavors of the ingredients quickly, resu...

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups water
  • 1 medium yellow onion, halved
  • 1 large carrot, trimmed and peeled
  • ⅓ cup raw cashews
  • 1 large clove garlic
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups red lentils, rinsed and drained
  • lemon, juiced

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Combine water, onion, carrot, cashews, garlic, salt, and pepper in a high-speed blender; blend until completely smooth.
  • Pour the blended mixture into a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Stir in red lentils. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in lemon juice.
  • Nutrition

    207 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 454mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 32g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 12mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 485mg