Instant Pot® Lentil and Rice Soup

This warm and comforting lentil and rice soup is easily thrown together in an Instant Pot®, making it a great choice for busy weeknights.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 161 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

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

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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