INSTANT POT® MEXICAN LENTIL SOUP

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This warm and comforting lentil soup is full of veggies and spice and comes together in a flash with the help of your multi-functional pressure cooker.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

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

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 fresh jalapeño chile pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 (16 ounce) jar picante sauce
1 ¼ cups dry lentils
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 teaspoon cumin
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and let heat for 1 minute. Add carrot, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno; saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Hit Cancel.
Add broth, picante sauce, lentils, taco seasoning, and cumin. Stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Remove the lid and stir in cilantro and lime juice. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 2.5 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 11.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 526.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

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Tuifagalele Waqa

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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a keeper!

Osman Jaspa

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This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it!

popal jan

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I'm always looking for new and exciting soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique and delicious.

Ail raza Ail Raza

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This soup is perfect for a crowd. I made it for a potluck and it was a huge hit.

Confidence Nkechi

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I love the smoky flavor of this soup. The chipotle peppers add a nice kick.

Autumn Child

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This soup is so easy to make. I just throw all the ingredients in my Instant Pot and let it do its thing.

Brenda Wyllis

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I'm a vegetarian, and this soup is a great source of protein. It's also packed with fiber and other nutrients.

Caden Lavale

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This soup is perfect for meal prep. I make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week. It's also great for freezing.

Reday Roy

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I love that this soup is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. I like to add a little bit of chopped cilantro and avocado.