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Express Flavor-Packed Instant Pot Lentils

Discover perfection in simplicity with these easy-to-cook, flavorful lentils made in the Instant Pot. Ideal for weekly meal prep, these lentils are a satisfying source of protein made delicious with aromatic vegetables and herbs.
25 min
TOTAL TIME
117
CALORIES
$0.52
PER SERVING
Express Flavor-Packed Instant Pot Lentils
Ingredients
8 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
Green Lentils
1 cup green lentils
Onion
1 whole onion
chopped finely
Water
1 1/2 cups water
Salt
1 tsp salt
Ground Cumin
1 tsp ground cumin
Ground Paprika
1 tsp ground paprika
Garlic
2 cloves garlic
minced
Carrots
2 whole carrots
chopped
Directions
8 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
15 min
COOK TIME
25 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Rinse the green lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.
2
Turn on the Instant Pot and select Saute mode. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and chopped carrot and saute until the onions become translucent.
3
Add the green lentils, water, salt, ground cumin, and ground paprika into the Instant Pot. Stir the ingredients to mix.
4
Secure the lid and switch the Instant Pot to manual mode. Set it at high pressure for 10 minutes.
5
After the cooking cycle completes, quickly release the steam. Avoid placing your hand directly over the steam release valve.
6
Wait until the pressure valve drops, then safely open the lid. Stir the lentils to check the texture. They should be tender, but if they're not, secure the lid and pressure cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7
There should not be much liquid left, so you can serve the lentils immediately without draining. Use the slotted spoon to scoop the lentils.
8
Store any remaining lentils in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Health Info
Macros
29g
CARBS
0g
FAT
8g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
GLUTEN FREE
LACTOSE FREE
MEDITERRANEAN
VEGETARIAN
VEGAN