30+ Vegan Instant Pot Lentil Recipes

Lentils are an inexpensive protein powerhouse and they’re so versatile. They are the base for tons of satisfying plant-based recipes including soups, curries, and more.

I personally love lentils as the meat substitute in my vegan taco soup, slow cooker lasagna soup, lentil curry, slow cooker lentil sloppy joes, and my lentil meatloaf with oats. I even have a comprehensive article on how I cook plain lentils in a rice cooker and a pressure cooker!

Benefits of using an Instant Pot to cook lentils

The Instant Pot (or any electric pressure cooker) is a great time saving device. It can cook legumes, grains, and even hardy vegetables within minutes, meaning you’ll be able to get dinner on the table faster.

If you don’t have a specific meal plan in mind, I recommend using the Instant Pot to cook plain lentils to use throughout the week (and freeze some extra portions!).

Pressure cookers are easy to use and makes cooking a breeze (don’t be intimidated!). They also don’t heat up your kitchen are quick and easy to clean. I personally use my two Instant Pots (yes two!) almost daily to cook dried lentils, beans, rice, quinoa, soup, potatoes, and more.

What Instant Pot do you recommend?

I own two Instant Pots – one newer, one older. The only real difference I’ve noticed between the two is the newer pot comes to pressure a few minutes faster. If you’re someone who has almost no time to cook meals at night, take this into consideration.

The outcome of the food cooked, however, is the same, so my recommendation is to go with the Instant Pot that best fits your budget. I almost always cook meals using manual high pressure, so purchasing an Instant Pot with all the bells and whistles is not necessary.

If desired, shop my two recommended Instant Pots for your Instant Pot Lentil Recipes.

Can I use another brand of pressure cooker?

If you have another brand of electric pressure cooker, you can still make these recipes. Refer to the manual for how to use your specific model. Once you’ve learned to use it, you’ll see how to “adapt” recipes pretty quickly to suit your specific model. In most cases, the buttons are labeled differently, but perform the same functions.

Now, if you have an Instant Pot and you haven’t used it yet, here are 30+ Instant Pot lentil recipes to inspire you. The list below contains tons of delicious, flavorful recipes to make in your pressure cooker and encourage you to keep your pantry stocked with lentils for cheap, healthy meals at home!

Vegan Instant Pot Lentil Recipes

This list of 30+ Vegan Instant Pot Lentil Recipes is a great resource for cooking inexpensive and protein-packed plant based meals. Pin or bookmark this page, because you’re going to want to try every delicious Instant Pot Lentil recipe below.

1. Instant Pot Lentil Tacos

Instant Pot Lentil Tacos by Home-Cooked Roots

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2. Instant Pot Lentil Cabbage Soup

Instant Pot Lentil Cabbage Soup by My Quiet Kitchen

Packed with cabbage and other veggies, this lentil cabbage soup is super quick and easy to make in your pressure cooker. This soup is lightly smoky and spicy, perfect for cooler nights.

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3. Vegan Bean and Lentil White Chili with Coconut Milk

Vegan Bean and Lentil White Chili with Coconut Milk by Avocado Skillet

Beans and lentils make up this cozy chili with sweet potatoes and other veggies. A little bit of coconut milk and green salsa takes this stew to the next level.

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4. Instant Pot Lentils & Rice (Mujadara)

Instant Pot Lentils & Rice (Mujadara) by Piping Pot Curry

Mujadara is a hearty meal featuring lentils, rice, and caramelized onion. Cooked with fragrant spices, this Middle Eastern Dish is perfect as a protein-packed main enjoyed with a side salad or roasted vegetables.

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5. Instant Pot Moroccan Lentil Soup

Instant Pot Moroccan Lentil Soup by Garden in the Kitchen

Ready in 40 minutes and packed with fresh vegetables and hearty lentils, this plant-based Moroccan Lentil Soup is cozy and delicious. This protein-packed stew is loaded with warming spices and perfect for a comforting meal.

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6. Instant Pot Vegan Bolognese

Instant Pot Vegan Bolognese by Instant Pot Eats

Vegan bolognese is a delicious, protein-packed sauce to put on top of pasta (or rice, bread, etc.). This savory lentil and mushroom sauce is a breeze to make in your Instant Pot and perfect to freeze for easy weeknight dinners.

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7. Instant Pot Gumbo

Instant Pot Gumbo by Cotter Crunch

Vegan gumbo with lentils is a delicious plant-based soup inspired by the classic Louisiana stew. This well-spiced veggie-packed dish is quick and easy comfort food.

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8. Instant Pot Red Lentil Curry Soup

Instant Pot Red Lentil Curry Soup by Simply Happy Foodie

This cozy pressure cooked red lentil curry soup is an Indian inspired recipe filled with delicious spice and flavor. Control the spice level yourself and enjoy this easy soup recipe.

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9. Chana Dal Kosambari Salad (South Indian Lentil Salad)

Chana Dal Kosambari Salad (South Indian) by Veg CookBook

This South Indian style lentil salad is made with chana dal, the yellow lentil inside brown chickpeas (kala chana). This refreshing salad features mango, cucumber, carrot, coconut, chilies, and spices for a satisfying dish.

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13. Coconut Curry Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Coconut Curry Instant Pot Lentil Soup by Killing Thyme

Coconut curry is a warming and comforting Instant Pot lentil soup loaded with sweet potatoes to make it extra satisfying. The sweet and savory flavors will have you heading back to the kitchen for seconds.

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14. Instant Pot Italian Lentil Soup

Instant Pot Italian Lentil Soup by The Belly Rules the Mind

This Italian Lentil Soup will quickly become your new go-to. This nutritious and hearty soup is loaded with lentils, veggies, herbs and seasonings and is ready in only 15 minutes.

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15. Ethiopian Split Pea Stew | Kik Alicha

Ethiopian Split Pea Stew | Kik Alicha by Vegan Richa

Kik Alicha is an Ethiopian split pea (or yellow lentil) stew made with only 6 ingredients. This mildly spiced (yet still flavorful) is best served with injera or any flatbread or rice.

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16. Instant Pot Lentil Dal

Instant Pot Lentil Dal by A Virtual Vegan

Inexpensive red lentils are cooked into a creamy delicious Indian-inspired dal in this easy Instant Pot recipe. Serve cozy red lentil dal with rice, cilantro, and fresh tomatoes.

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17. Middle Eastern Lentil Soup

Middle Eastern Lentil Soup by My Cooking Journey

Cozy, flavorful, and hearty, this Middle Eastern lentil soup is a great easy soup to make for colder evenings. Serve this lentil soup with fresh lemon and a slice of crusty bread.

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18. Instant Pot Vegan Chili

Instant Pot Vegan Chili by Veggies Save the Day

Vegan chili is an easy plant-based dish packed with red lentils, kidney beans, and delicious spices and it's even easier when made in the Instant Pot! Serve this recipe with tortilla chips or over rice for a cozy and hearty meal.

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19. Instant Pot Broccoli Lentil Soup

Instant Pot Broccoli Lentil Soup by Ruchi’s Kitchen

Broccoli lentil soup is a veggie-packed and delicious wholesome soup. This easy and healthy meal is a great choice for cooler evenings.

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20. Vegan Mulligatawny Soup

Vegan Mulligatawny Soup by J Cooking Odyssey

Vegan Mulligatawny Soup is an easy and cozy lentil soup that takes 30 minutes to make. This sweet and savory curried soup features apples, vegetables, lentils, and spices like curry powder.

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21. Greek Instant Pot Lentils

Greek Instant Pot Lentils by Mediterranean Living

With flavors traditional to the Greek island of Crete, these delicious lentils require no soaking at all. In fact, you probably already have the ingredients ready to make this delicious protein-packed side dish or meatless main.

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22. Instant Pot Lentil Noodle Soup

Instant Pot Lentil Noodle Soup by Sweet Simple Vegan

Instant pot lentil noodle soup is a fantastic cold weather (or under the weather) meal. This noodle soup is made with a veggie and tomato broth and many other wholesome ingredients.

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23. Smokey Lentil Stew

Smokey Lentil Stew by Instant Pot Eats

Smokey, lightly spiced, and hearty, this lentil stew features sweet potatoes and mushrooms for a hearty and healthy dish. This dish is perfect for meal prep or freezer prep.

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24. Ezogelin Corbasi (Turkish Lentil Soup)

Ezogelin Corbasi (Turkish Lentil Soup) by Cinnamon Snail

Ezogelin Cobasi is a vegan Turkish lentil soup that is packed with flavor and protein. Red lentils, bulgur wheat, spices, and herbs create this savory, satisfying meal.

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25. Vegan Sloppy Joes

Vegan Sloppy Joes by A Plantiful Path

Family friendly, quick, and easy, this recipe for vegan lentil sloppy joes will be a new favorite in your house. Serve the sweet and savory lentil mixture in a bun, over a baked potato (or sweet potato), or with your favorite grain for a hearty plant-based meal.

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26. Instant Pot Lebanese Lentil Soup

Instant Pot Lebanese Lentil Soup

Thick and creamy, this vegan Lebanese lentil soup is flavorful and packed with vegetables. This soup has a lot of bright citrusy flavor so it's refreshing to eat any time of the year.

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27. Green Moong Beans (Sprouts) Pulao

Green Moong Beans (Sprouts) Pulao by Veg CookBook

Protein, iron, and fiber rich, this green moong beans pulao recipe includes tons of spices, long grain rice (like basmati), and fresh vegetables. Mung beans (or Moong Dal) are similar to lentils in nutritional make up and are available whole, split, or sprouted just like lentils are, but mung beans have even more protein and fiber per pound than most lentils.

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28. Instant Pot Lentil Soup with Potatoes

Instant Pot Lentil Soup with Potatoes by Veggies Save the Day

This ultra hearty and satisfying lentil soup is loaded with potatoes, spinach, and other veggies. This nutritious meal is easy to make and perfect for meal prep or freezing for future easy meals.

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29. Instant Pot Ethiopian Lentil Stew

Instant Pot Ethiopian Lentil Stew by Cook with Manali

Ethiopian Lentil Stew is a flavorful, spicy, and cozy dish that is great with injera (or any flatbread) and/or rice. This unique dish is so easy when made in the Instant Pot!

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30. Budget Friendly Spiced Instant Pot Lentils and Rice

Budget Friendly Spiced Instant Pot Lentils and Rice by Healthy Slow Cooking

It doesn't get much easier or more inexpensive than spiced lentils and rice. When you want to pinch some pennies, make this flavorful lentil and rice recipe in your electric pressure cooker.

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31. Instant Pot Roasted Red Bell Pepper and Lentil Soup

Instant Pot Roasted Red Bell Pepper and Lentil Soup by Ruchi’s Kitchen

Smokey and bright, this roasted red pepper soup is protein-packed and delicious. This smooth and creamy soup is perfect for dipping bread into, or you can use it as a tasty pasta sauce!

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32. Instant Pot Lentil Soup with Winter Squash and Beluga Lentils

Instant Pot Lentil Soup with Winter Squash and Beluga Lentils by Plant Based Instant Pot

Black beluga lentils shine in this easy Instant Pot lentil soup. Winter squash is also featured in this cozy and nutritious dish.

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33. Instant Pot Rosemary Lentils, Beans, and Yams

Instant Pot or Crock Pot Rosemary Lentils, Beans, and Yams by Plant Based Recipe

This simple yet delicious and hearty meal is made with brown lentils, navy beans, yams, and brown rice. Spiced with rosemary and thyme, this dish is easy and hearty.

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34. Instant Pot Golden Lentil & Spinach Soup

Instant Pot Golden Lentil & Spinach Soup by Kitchen Treaty

Golden from turmeric and loaded with healthy goodies like lentils and spinach, this healthy soup is a great cozy meal. This easy to make recipe comes together in a pressure cooker in less than 35 minutes.

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35. Pachai Payaru Sundal | Whole Moong dal Sundal

Pachai Payaru Sundal | Whole Moong dal Sundal by My Cooking Journey

Whole moong dal sundal also known as Pachai Payaru Sundal uses mung beans for flavorful and easy side dish. Pair this recipe with roti and make sure to squeeze lime or lemon juice before enjoying.

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36. Massor Dal Pulao

Masoor Dal Pulao Recipe by Speaking Aloud

Red lentils, basmati rice, and fresh vegetables make up this delicious massor dal pulao recipe. This hearty rice and lentil dish is quicker and easier to make in an Instant Pot without sacrificing any flavor.

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37. Beet Greens Dal | Moong Dal Tadka with Beetroot Leaves

Beet Greens Dal | Moong Dal Tadka with Beetroot leaves by My Cooking Journey

A hearty dal is perfect to serve with roti, naan, bread, or rice. This Moong dal tadka with beetroot leaves is a very healthy and delicious meal to make in your pressure cooker.

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