Lentil Chili
This easy instant pot lentil chili is packed with flavor and plant-based protein! It has a nice, thick texture, and is ready in under 45 minutes!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 232kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onion
- 1 red bell pepper , chopped
- 1 cup green lentils (or brown)
- 1/2 cup red lentils
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Generous pinch of salt & pepper
- 1 (28oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 (8oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups vegetable broth (+ more as needed)
Instructions
- Turn your Instant Pot to the saute function and add the oil. Once the oil is hot, add the onion and pepper. Saute for 2 - 3 minutes until the onion starts to turn translucent.
- Add the remaining ingredients and give it a quick stir. Secure the lid, making sure the pressure valve is sealed and turn to pressure cook.
- Set the Instant Pot to high pressure and put the timer to 12 minutes. Allow the Instant Pot to turn on and come to pressure.
- Once the timer is finished, allow the pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes, then release the rest and remove the lid.
- Give it a stir and if the chili feels a bit thick, stir in another cup or so of broth. Serve immediately and garnish with your choice of toppings! (I like sliced jalapeno, cilantro, avocado, and corn chips!)
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Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 544mg | Potassium: 528mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1815IU | Vitamin C: 30.7mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 4.9mg