Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup

Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    136

Savor the comforting embrace of this Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup, a hearty and flavorful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you crave a nourishing and satisfying meal.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    14 mg
  • Fiber
    7 g
  • Protein
    10 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1104 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Add oil and warm for 2 minutes. Add onion and celery; sauté for 2 minutes. Add carrots; sauté for 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in ham, lentils, basil, oregano, and thyme. Pour in chicken broth, tomato sauce, and water, then stir in bay leaf.

Image Step 02
02 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 8 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

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03 Step

Recipe View 4 mins Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Carefully remove the lid and discard bay leaf. Stir in salt, lemon juice, and pepper.

For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and use vegetable broth.
Adjust the salt according to your taste and the saltiness of the ham and broth.
A splash of red wine vinegar can be added at the end for extra brightness.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 45 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Karlie Hegmann

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick, and it was delicious!

  • Samantha Runolfsson

    My family loved this soup! Even my picky eaters asked for seconds.

  • Rosalinda Nitzsche

    The natural pressure release is key for the best texture of the lentils.

  • Elliot Lakin

    I've made this recipe multiple times, and it always turns out perfectly. A new family favorite!

  • Earnest Jenkins

    This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! So easy and flavorful.

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