Best 2 Instant Pot Lentil And Rice Soup Recipes

Indulge in a hearty and flavorful culinary journey with our versatile Instant Pot lentil and rice soup. This delectable dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, featuring tender lentils, fluffy rice, aromatic spices, and a rich vegetable broth. It's a perfect meal for busy weeknights, hearty enough for chilly days, and easily adaptable to suit your dietary preferences. Dive into our collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic soup, from a comforting vegan version to a protein-packed delight with chicken or ground turkey. Get ready to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds with this wholesome and satisfying Instant Pot lentil and rice soup extravaganza.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT® LENTIL AND RICE SOUP

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

Provided by estezz

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

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

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

Steps:

Soak lentils and rice in cold water to cover for at least 30 minutes. Rinse and drain. Set aside.
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.
Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 12 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions for 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 368.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

LENTIL AND RICE SOUP

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This thick and hearty soup is so delicious that it will warm you up during the cold season.

Provided by Elaine Benoit

Categories Soup

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup green lentils ((rinsed and soaked for .5 hour))
1 cup Arborizo rice ((rinsed right before you start the soup))
1 large onion ((chopped in medium chunks))
3 large carrots ((chopped in chunks))
1 stalk celery ((cut in half lengthwise and then in slices))
1 teaspoon cumin
1 sprig rosemary ((this is optional))
2 teaspoons salt
4 cups chicken broth
3 cups water
3 teaspoons garlic paste ((or 3 cloves garlic, chopped))
14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
.5 cup dry white wine

Steps:

Wash and pick over lentils. Cover with water and soak for at least a half hour
Chop onion and carrots into chunks and cut celery in half lengthwise and then slice
Add onions, carrots and celery into the pressure cooker/instant pot
Add drained lentils and rice
Add garlic, salt, cumin, rosemary sprig, broth, wine and water
Seal pressure cooker and make sure the venting knob is in the sealed position
Press the pressure cook button and make sure the mode is normal and the pressure is set to high. Set the timer to 10 minutes. (It will take up to 20 - 25 minutes for the pressure cooker to come to pressure)
Once the pressure cooker beeps that it is done, either let the cooker release the pressure naturally which can take over a half hour OR do a quck release (see notes on how)
Serve
Smile
Enjoy

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.5 cup, Calories 179 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 893 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 3 g

Tips:

For a creamier soup, blend a portion of the soup until smooth and then stir it back into the pot.
Add a teaspoon of ground cumin or curry powder for a more flavorful soup.
If you don't have an instant pot, you can make this soup in a regular pot over medium heat. Just be sure to simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
Serve the soup with a side of naan bread or crackers for a satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

This instant pot lentil and rice soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover lentils and rice. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.