Instant Pot® Warm Lentil Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
Description
Loaded with veggies, this warm lentil salad is made in the Instant Pot®. The savory Dijon mustard vinaigrette provides a tart flavor that complements the lentils nicely.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1/3 cup chopped red onion
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8 baby carrots, sliced
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2 stalks celery, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup vegetable broth
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1 cup brown or green lentils
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1/2 cup dry white wine
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1/4 teaspoon oregano
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1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
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1/4 cup olive oil
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2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Directions
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Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Add 1 tablespoon oil and let heat for 1 minute. Stir in onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Cancel Saute function.
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Mix in broth, lentils, wine, oregano, and thyme; stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
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Meanwhile, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, and Dijon mustard for the vinaigrette in a small bowl.
4
Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 minutes. Remove the lid and stir in vinaigrette.