Instant Pot Lentils And Rice
Ingredients
- ½ cup finely chopped red onion
- ½ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- ½ cup finely chopped white mushrooms
- 2 tbsp. oil
- 1 tbsp. garlic powder
- 2 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. curry powder
- 1 cup brown lentils)
(dry
- 1 ½ cups brown basmati rice
- 3 ½ cups vegetable broth
Directions
- 1
Put the red onion, bell pepper and mushrooms into the IP insert along with the oil and press the sauté button.
- 2
Sauté the vegetables until they are wilted and the onions are translucent, then dd in the spices and stir again.
- 3
Add the lentils and rice and stir well to coat the rice with the spices.
- 4
Finally, add in the broth and stir well.Press the OFF or CANCEL button on your IP. Put your lid on and close the vent, and then press the manual button. Adjust time to 24 minutes on high pressure. When done, allow a 15 minute natural release, then open the vent to release any remaining steam.
- 5
Season with salt as needed and serve.
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting, plant-based meal that practically cooks itself? This Instant Pot Lentils and Rice recipe delivers a flavorful, nutritious one-pot dish perfect for any day of the week, whether as a main or a hearty side.
The magic of the Instant Pot truly shines here, transforming simple pantry staples into a complete meal with minimal effort. The brown lentils and brown basmati rice cook together beautifully, absorbing the aromatic spices and savory vegetable broth for a deeply satisfying flavor and texture that’s hard to achieve on the stovetop.
You can expect a wonderfully hearty and warm bowl, featuring perfectly cooked brown lentils and tender basmati rice. Each spoonful is infused with the earthy notes of ground cumin, the subtle warmth of curry powder, and the foundational aroma of garlic powder. The finely chopped red onion, red bell pepper, and white mushrooms add textural interest and a gentle sweetness that complements the rich, spiced base. It’s a comforting and substantial dish, designed to be deeply satisfying without being heavy, making it a versatile addition to your meal rotation.
This Instant Pot Lentils and Rice recipe is quite adaptable. While red onion and red bell pepper are specified, you could use a yellow onion or green bell pepper based on what you have on hand, offering a slightly different flavor profile. For the mushrooms, other hearty varieties like cremini would also work well, offering a similar texture and depth.
Serve this Instant Pot Lentils and Rice as a satisfying plant-based main meal, perhaps with a simple green salad on the side, or as a nutritious and flavorful side dish alongside roasted vegetables or a lean protein.