Instant Pot Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Curry
A warming lentil and sweet potato soup infused with aromatic curry spices, perfect for a nutritious and filling vegan meal. This indian-inspired instant pot (vegan, gluten free) ready in about 40 minutes pairs rinsed green lentils, medium, diced yellow onion, medium, diced carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, rinsed green lentils
- 2 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes sweet potatoes
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Turn the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat 2 tbsp olive oil. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 diced carrots, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 tbsp curry powder. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 cup rinsed green lentils, 2 diced sweet potatoes, 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Seal the lid and pressure cook on high for 15 minutes. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes before quick releasing remaining pressure.
- Step 5: Stir in 1 cup coconut milk, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well and adjust seasoning before serving warm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Instant Pot Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Curry take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Instant Pot Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Curry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep rinsed green lentils from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Instant Pot Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Curry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Instant Pot Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Curry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Instant Pot Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Curry vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan, gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family devoured this. Even the picky eaters loved it.
- ★★★★★
This is my new go-to soup! So flavorful and easy in the Instant Pot.
- ★★★★☆
Perfect for a chilly evening. The sweet potato and lentil combo is amazing.
