Instant Pot® Lentil and Rice Soup

Instant Pot® Lentil and Rice Soup

Instant Pot® yellow lentil and rice soup with lemon is served with a lemon wedge.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Yield:
10 servings
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow lentils
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 small carrots, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • ½ onion, diced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced, divided

Directions

Step 1
Soak lentils and rice in cold water to cover for at least 30 minutes. Rinse and drain. Set aside.

Step 2
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add oil and saute carrots, celery, and onion until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in coriander, salt, thyme, rosemary, pepper, and chili powder. Stir in drained rice and lentils. Pour in water; add lemon zest. Close and lock the lid.

Step 3
Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

Step 4
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Step 5
Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve.

Cook’s Note:

You can use pigeon peas instead of yellow lentils.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

161
Calories
2g
Fat
30g
Carbs
7g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 161
% Daily Value *
Total Fat2g 2%
Saturated Fat0g 2%
Sodium368mg 16%
Total Carbohydrate30g 11%
Dietary Fiber7g 26%
Total Sugars1g
Protein7g
Vitamin C11mg 56%
Calcium42mg 3%
Iron3mg 14%
Potassium285mg 6%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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