Best 3 Pressure Cooker Vegan Red Lentil Soup Recipes

Are you looking for a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal that is also easy to make? Look no further than pressure cooker vegan red lentil soup! This delicious and comforting soup is packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, making it a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying lunch or dinner. And the best part? It can be ready in no time thanks to the magic of a pressure cooker. In this article, we'll explore some of the best recipes for pressure cooker vegan red lentil soup, ensuring you find the perfect one to tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

PRESSURE COOKER VEGAN RED LENTIL SOUP

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This vegan soup is based on lentils, tofu, and tomato puree. High in protein and just delicious, it's a staple in our home.

Provided by Tridelice

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 54m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 ounce) package tofu
4 cups tomato puree
2 cups dry red lentils, soaked in water overnight and drained
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
4 cups vegetable broth
½ cup almond milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a pressure cooker over medium-high heat and saute garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tofu and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer tofu to a plate.
Pour tomato puree, lentils, and cilantro into the pressure cooker, reserving 2 tablespoons cilantro for garnish. Stir in vegetable broth and 3/4 of the tofu.
Close cooker securely and place pressure regulator over vent according to manufacturer's instructions. Heat until steam escapes in a steady flow and makes a whistling sound, about 10 minutes. Adjust temperature until regulator is gently rocking. Cook on low heat for 23 minutes. Let pressure release naturally according to manufacturer's instructions, 5 to 10 minutes. Unlock lid and remove.
Remove 1 1/2 cups of lentils from pressure cooker with a slotted spoon and set aside. Add almond milk and puree soup with an immersion blender until smooth if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Add the reserved lentils and remaining tofu back to soup and mix. Ladle soup into soup bowls. Garnish with reserved 2 tablespoons cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 769.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

VEGAN INSTANT POT® RED LENTIL SOUP

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A healthy and delicious red lentil soup.

Provided by Deb C

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beans and Peas Lentil Soup Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

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 Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.4 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 13.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 454.1 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

PRESSURE COOKER LENTIL SOUP

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This is a delicious, easy, and, most importantly, FAST way to make a hearty, nutritious, stick-to-ribs soup. As with most bean soups, a good broth is they key to flavor, so use your own homemade, or a good quality brand that is sold a carton, not canned! I like Pacific Foods mushroom broth for a good, meaty flavor. If you like spinach and appreciate an extra kick of iron, pick up a bag of prewashed baby spinach, or else buy regular spinach and clean and stem it while the soup cooks.

Provided by Podkayne

Categories Lentil

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 large onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
8 cups vegetable broth
1 cup dry lentils, rinsed and picked
2 bay leaves
5 ounces fresh spinach (optional)
salt and pepper

Steps:

In your pressure cooker, sweat the onions and garlic in the olive oil until the onions are translucent.
Add the carrots and celery and saute for a minute or two.
Add the ground cumin and stir well.
Add the vegetable broth, lentils, and bay leaves, close the pressure cooker, and bring up to pressure.
Cook for 20 minutes.
Open the pressure cooker via the quick release method (see your cooker's owner's manual!) or let the pressure come down on its own.
Remove the bay leaves.
If desired, stir in the spinach, and stir until it wilts. (Additional heat is not necessary.).
Season with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.

Tips:

Use vegetable broth instead of water. This will give your soup a richer flavor.

Add a variety of spices to your soup. Cumin, coriander, and garam masala are all good choices.

Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables. You can add almost any type of vegetable to lentil soup.

If you want a thicker soup, add some pureed vegetables. Carrots, potatoes, or sweet potatoes are all good choices.

Serve your soup with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream. This will help to balance out the flavors.

Conclusion:

Pressure cooker vegan red lentil soup is a quick, easy, and delicious meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual lunch. With its rich flavor and variety of textures, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.