Instant Pot Lentil Soup

We love lentils, especially in our efforts to eat less meat, and this soup was perfect for a cold day and paired nicely with freshly baked bread.

Instant Pot Lentil Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 yellow onion (chopped)
• 15 baby carrots (or 3 large carrots, chopped)
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 1/2 cup of lentils
• 28 oz diced tomatoes
• 1 quart of vegetable broth
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 3 cups of chopped spinach
• Parmesan cheese (grated) for serving

Directions:

1. Turn Instant Pot to Sauté mode and add olive oil. When heated, add chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 6-7 minutes.
2. Then add carrots, lentils, diced tomatoes, broth, water, salt, paprika, and oregano to the Instant Pot. Put lid on. 
3. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Quick Release when finished.
4. Stir in spinach and allow to sit for 5 minutes before stirring. 
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top bowls of soup with Parmesan cheese and serve.