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Moroccan Instant Pot Lentils

Delicious Moroccan Instant Pot Lentils for Cozy Nights

Experience the rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this quick and easy vegan and gluten-free lentil recipe, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Natural Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Lentils whole brown or green lentils preferred
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes canned for convenience
  • 2 medium Carrots diced
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 2 stalks Celery finely chopped
  • 1 medium Sweet Potato diced; butternut squash can be substituted
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves
  • 1 inch Ginger fresh or ground
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne adjust to taste
For Sweetness and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or honey for non-vegan
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock or water
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh, added before serving
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine all ingredients—lentils, diced tomatoes, carrots, onion, celery, sweet potato, and spices—into the Instant Pot. Add vegetable stock and maple syrup, stir gently to combine.
  2. Secure the lid, set the valve to 'sealing', and select the pressure cook function for high pressure for 15 minutes.
  3. Once cooking is complete, let the Instant Pot naturally depressurize for 10 minutes. Then, carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the valve to 'venting'.
  4. Open the lid, stir the lentils, and drizzle with lemon juice before serving. Optionally garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 15gFat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 16gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep—assemble ingredients in advance and freeze for up to three months without losing flavor.

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