How To Make Best Lentil Soup in Instant Pot. Vegan.

lentils

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Split peas are often less expensive and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Press 'Sauté' on high on the Instant Pot and press 'Start'.

Add 2 tablespoons of avocado oil when the oil is hot.

Add 1 medium sliced onion and 2 chopped celery stalks; sauté for about 4-5 minutes.

Add 3 tablespoons of chopped garlic and stir.

Add 2 cups of washed lentils, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (if using), 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.

Add 796 milliliters of diced tomatoes and mix well.

Pour in 8 cups of vegetable broth and add 2-3 bay leaves.

Close the lid and set to pressure cook on high for 12 minutes, then press 'Start'.

After 12 minutes, allow for a natural release for 4 minutes.

Perform a quick release to release remaining pressure and open the lid slowly.

Remove the bay leaves from the soup.

Add 142 grams of baby spinach and let it sit for about 5 minutes to wilt.

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

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