Instant Pot Lentils
Instant Pot Lentils are made with just a few ingredients and require minimal effort in the Instant Pot, which makes them perfect for busy days when you need to make a meal quickly.
Note: Made in a 6-qt Instant Pot
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup (192 g) brown lentils
- 1 1/4 cups (296 ml) water
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 g) salt
Instructions
- The cooking time for lentils can vary based on type and on elevation. You might find that your cook time is not the same as mine and some experimentation might be necessary to get the right consistency.
- Add the lentils and water to the pot. Close and lock the lid.
- Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes. Allow for a 10-minute natural pressure release then release remaining pressure. Check the doneness. If it’s not done enough for you, put it back on for 2-4 more minutes.
- Add salt to the pot and stir. Flavor with any additional spices you prefer.
Notes
- If you prefer your lentils to be more soupy, you can add an extra 1/2 cup of water. Conversely, if you like them firmer, reduce the water by 1/4 cup. However you do need 1 cup of water minimum for the Instant Pot to build pressure.
- You can use various types of lentils in this recipe, but keep in mind that they all cook slightly differently and we've perfected this recipe for brown lentils only (not green, red, or black). Red lentils especially cook faster than others.
- There’s no need to soak the lentils before cooking.
- Only add salt after cooking to avoid the lentils becoming mushy.
- Instant Pot lentils store well in the refrigerator and freezer.
- Consider making a double batch for meal prep, saving time on busy days.
- Adjust the quantities to meet your requirements.
Nutrition
Calories: 169kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 12gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 297mgPotassium: 458mgFiber: 15gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 19IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 4mg
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