Do I need to soak lentils?

You can soak lentils, but it’s not required for cooking them in the Instant Pot.

How long to cook lentils?

I like to cook mine for just 1 minute, so they still have a bite in my salads and meals. You can cook them for up to 6 minutes in the Instant Pot for a softer lentil. The longer you cook, the softer the lentils will be.

Can you overcook lentils?

YES! If you cook lentils for too long, you’ll end up with a pot of mush!

How to Cook Lentils in Instant Pot | Easy 1-Minute Method

Instant Pot Lentils

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Learn how to cook lentils in the Instant Pot in 1 minute! This easy method will give you perfectly al dente lentils every time for an easy side dish, to stretch ground beef, or to freeze for future meals.

Author: Tiffany
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 4 minutes
Yield: 2.5 cups of cooked lentils 1x
Category: Sides
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 cup green or brown lentils
1 ½ cups water

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Instructions

Rinse lentils in a fine mesh sieve in cool water and remove any debris. Measure lentils and water in the Instant Pot. (Here is the Instant Pot I have.)
Seal the Instant Pot, set the timer, and walk away (but not too far!).
Use the quick pressure release when the timer goes off. Drain the lentils, rinse with cold water, and serve!

Notes

After cooking lentils can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to 6 months. I like to freeze mine in 1-cup portions in freezer bags, which I flatten before freezing to take up less space.

Nutrition

Calories: 230

Find it online: https://dontwastethecrumbs.com/instant-pot-lentils/