Lentil Soup in 10 Minutes Pressure Cooker

Whip up a hearty and nutritious meal in no time with this 10-Minute Pressure Cooker Lentil Soup! Bursting with the earthy flavors of green or brown lentils, fresh vegetables, and a fragrant blend of cumin, paprika, and thyme, this recipe is a true weeknight lifesaver. With just 5 minutes of prep and only 10 minutes of cook time, your pressure cooker does all the heavy lifting, delivering a rich, comforting soup that's perfect for cozy evenings. Packed with protein, fiber, and plant-based goodness, this one-pot wonder is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and easily customizable. Finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice for a bright, zesty touch, and enjoy a wholesome, flavorful meal that's ready in a flash. Perfect for busy cooks seeking a quick, healthy dinner idea!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, diced
• 1 cup Dry green or brown lentils, rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 4 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Set your pressure cooker to sauté mode and heat the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 2 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the rinsed lentils, canned diced tomatoes (with juices), vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Cancel sauté mode, seal the pressure cooker lid, and set it to high pressure for 10 minutes.

Step 6

Once the cooking time is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release to release any remaining steam.

Step 7

Open the pressure cooker lid, give the soup a good stir, and taste for seasoning. Add more salt or pepper as needed.

Step 8

Optionally, stir in fresh lemon juice for added brightness.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1938.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1076.6

Total Fat 38.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5503.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 43.9g
Protein 42.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 399.0mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 4201.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 15.2%

Carbs: 53.8%