Instant Pot Lentils
Soft, tender, flavorful lentils, made so easy in the Instant Pot!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Pressure Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brown lentils
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to the pressure cooker pot; stir.
- Secure the lid and turn pressure release knob to a sealed position. Cook at high pressure for 15 minutes.
- When cooking is complete, use a natural release – can quick release pressure after 10 minutes if in a hurry.
- Stir, taste, and add extra salt if desired. I usually add another ¼ – ½ teaspoon of kosher salt depending on how I’m using them.
Notes
- Use brown lentils for this recipe. Red lentils require a much shorter cook time.
- Cooked lentils freeze great. Place in a freezer safe bag, press flat, and freeze for up to 3 months.
Find it online: https://instafreshmeals.com/instant-pot-lentils/