Instant Pot is basically a miracle worker in the kitchen. With this versatile appliance, you can cook up anything from soups and stews to rice and pasta in no time. And the best part? Its pressure-cooking function makes it a lifesaver for those tough or time-consuming ingredients like beans and grains.
We’ve got a collection of amazing tried-and-true Instant Pot vegetarian recipes just for you. From the nutritious spinach dal to the flavorful Thai curries, we promise you won’t be disappointed. Plus, one-pot pasta and noodles are a breeze with the Instant Pot. Our readers rave about the Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta and the Thai Peanut Noodles.
Don’t forget that the Instant Pot is also perfect for meal prep. Whip up some Mexican Quinoa or Enchilada Rice for the week ahead. The possibilities are endless with this amazing appliance. So, get ready to become an Instant Pot pro!
Quick and easy Quinoa Matar Pulao made in the Instant Pot.
Quinoa is tossed with whole spices and lots of green peas, making this a more wholesome alternative to the classic matar pulao.
Ever since I started cooking quinoa in the instant pot (which has been many years now), I cook it so much more often.
Earlier, I would always find excuses to not make it since it...
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Use the apples in season to make this easy Apple Chutney!
This chutney is made in the Instant Pot and is a nice balance of tart, sweet and spicy flavors. Good as a side with a main dish or use it to dip crackers, nuts etc.
We went apple picking last weekend. It seemed like one of those activities which we could do safely do during these crazy times.
This farm was around...
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Easy White Bean, Tomato & Kale Soup made in the Instant Pot.
This hearty soup is perfect for fall and the colder days ahead and is also vegan.
The mornings have been getting cooler here. I have been going on for my morning walks pretty regularly these days and I usually go around 6:30 am.
Just a couple of weeks back, it was quite...
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Creamy Pesto Pasta with mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes made in less than 30 minutes in the Instant Pot.
This recipe requires a handful of ingredients and make restaurant style pasta in no time!
Pesto is one of my favorite sauces, it’s so versatile and I use it on so many...
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Use the summer zucchini to make this Zucchini Chickpea Curry in the Instant Pot.
It’s easy to make and is also vegan and gluten-free.
One of the main reasons I wait for summers (other than the gorgeous weather of course) is my local farmers market.
This year it was delayed, in fact I feared that it would get cancelled because of what is going on in the...
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Pressure cooked moong dal topped with an assortment on toppings like onion, tomatoes, cilantro, ginger and spices.
This Moong Dal Chaat is a healthy twist on the traditional chaat and is vegan and also oil-free!
I am not sure what took me so long to share this recipe here.
In fact I have hardly made it in my kitchen ever since I got married...
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Simple Blueberry Chia Jam using the fresh blueberries in season!
This jam is made in the Instant Pot and sweetened with maple syrup making it refined sugar free.
Fruits are in abundance during this time of the year. We went to our farmers market last week and got lots of fresh fruits.
The farmers market felt so different this year with all the safety rules but...
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Red Curry Quinoa Fried Rice- one pot vegan meal with veggies, quinoa and flavored with red curry paste, coconut milk & Thai basil!
This quinoa fried “rice” is more protein packed than the traditional fried rice and a great way to use any leftover red curry paste.
I keep trying new ways to make Sarvesh enjoy quinoa. Over the years, he has gone from “I won’t touch it” to “this is...
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Make dhaba style Aloo Rasedar (spiced potato curry) in your Instant Pot!
No boiling the potatoes separately, one pot recipe and this pairs so well with puri.
Dhaba food holds a special place in my heart and I am sure that is true for most Indians.
For my non-Indian readers who don’t know what dhaba is, it refers to roadside restaurants in...
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Easy Vegan Lo Mein made in the Instant Pot is the perfect meal for busy days!
This one-pot dish has noodles, lots of veggies tossed in a flavorful sauce and gets done in one-pot. No boiling the noodles separately!
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Noodles are one of my...
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Instant Pot Hawaiian Tofu – extra-firm tofu tossed in a flavorful sauce made with pineapple juice!
Made in the pressure cooker, this one-pot meal gets done in less than 30 minutes and is vegan.
I love eating this with brown rice.
I have mentioned this many time here that Sarvesh...
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Paneer Biryani made in the Instant Pot – this one pot meal has basmati rice cooked with paneer (Indian cottage cheese) and fragrant spices.
Makes a comforting and hearty one-pot meal. Serve with a side of raita or yogurt.
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We obviously eat a lot...
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