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Meatless instant pot chili

Meatless instant pot chili

By Stefano Serra
40’ Prep time
7’ Cook time
47’ Total time
279 Calories
8 Serving

Summary

This naturally vegan instant pot chili recipe is made with protein-packed lentils and beans, as well as plenty of hearty veggies. it’s an easy weeknight meal that has tons of savory flavor in every bite.
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Step by Step

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Step 1

Place lentils and 1 cup of broth into a bowl and let soak while preparing other ingredients.
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Step 2

Warm up the Instant Pot by turning on the sauté feature. This will help build pressure faster.
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Step 3

Prepare the rest of chili ingredients by draining and rinsing the beans and chopping the vegetables.
Step 4
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Step 4

Turn off the sauté feature and place all ingredients into the Instant Pot including the lentils and the broth they're soaking in (and the remaining 2 cups of broth). Mix well.
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Step 5

Close the Instant Pot and turn the pressure valve to seal. Set Instant Pot to > manual > high pressure > and set time to 7 minutes. The Instant Pot will take around 15 minutes to build pressure before it begins to countdown from 8 minutes.
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Step 6

When the timer goes off, quick release the Instant Pot by manually opening the valve. Once the steam stops, remove the lid, and stir.
Step 7
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Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite toppings!

Tips and Warnings

  • Storage: Store chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The chili will thicken as it sits, so you may need to add a little water to it before reheating and enjoying.
  • Freezing Instructions: Let the chili cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to thaw, transfer the container of frozen chili to the refrigerator. Let it sit in the fridge overnight, then pour the contents of the container into a large stockpot. Heat over medium/high heat until simmering.
  • Chili Powder: Use about 1/4 cup of our homemade chili seasoning instead of the other spices (chili powder, cumin, and paprika).

Ingredient

  • Large carrots
    Large carrots
    3
  • Large sweet potato
    Large sweet potato
    1
  • Can kidney beans
    Can kidney beans
  • Maple syrup
    Maple syrup
    14.79 ml
  • Vegetable broth
    Vegetable broth
    709.76 ml
  • Red lentils
    Red lentils
    236.59 ml
  • Paprika
    Paprika
    4.93 ml
  • Medium white onion
    Medium white onion
    0.5
  • Can black beans
    Can black beans
    425.24 g
  • Can diced tomatoes
    Can diced tomatoes
    793.79 g
  • Can pinto beans
    Can pinto beans
    425.24 g
  • Cumin
    Cumin
    14.79 ml
  • Can kidney beans
    Can kidney beans
    425.24 g
  • Can tomato puree
    Can tomato puree
    793.79 g
  • Chili powder*
    Chili powder*
    59.15 ml
  • Garlic
    Garlic
    4 pcs

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