Lentils with Mushrooms in a Pressure Cooker

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Lentils with Mushrooms in a Pressure Cooker. Bursting with earthy brown lentils, tender sautéed mushrooms, and aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary, this dish delivers comforting, plant-based goodness in just 35 minutes. Using a pressure cooker ensures the lentils cook perfectly tender while locking in the rich, savory flavors of paprika and garlic. A splash of vegetable broth ties everything together for a deeply satisfying one-pot recipe that's as easy as it is delicious. Whether served on its own, alongside crusty bread, or paired with a crisp side salad, this protein-packed dish is perfect for a cozy, healthy meal that’s full of flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown lentils
• 2 cups button or cremini mushrooms
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the brown lentils thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Clean the mushrooms and slice them thinly. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Set the pressure cooker to the sauté function and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms, and sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown.

Step 6

Add the rinsed lentils to the pressure cooker along with the vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 7

Secure the lid of the pressure cooker, set it to high pressure, and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure.

Step 9

Open the lid and stir the lentils and mushrooms. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	863.6

Total Fat 36.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4058.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 107.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.0g
Protein 37.1g	0%

Vitamin D 9.3IU	0%
Calcium 231.1mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 2939.0mg	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: 36.0%

Protein: 16.5%

Carbs: 47.5%