Instant Pot Mexican Lentil Soup
Description
This warm and comforting Mexican lentil soup full of veggies and spices comes together in a flash with the help of your Instant Pot or multi-functional pressure cooker.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
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1 fresh jalapeño chile pepper, seeded and chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 (16 ounce) jar picante sauce
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1 1/4 cups dry lentils
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1 tablespoon lime juice
Directions
1
Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Add olive oil and let heat for 1 minute. Add carrot, onion, bell pepper, and jalapeno; saute for 2 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds. Hit Cancel.
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Add broth, picante sauce, lentils, taco seasoning, and cumin. Stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
3
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Remove the lid and stir in cilantro and lime juice. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.