Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 cup whole brown lentils (or green lentils; uncooked; note 1)
  • 19 oz can of diced tomatoes (juices included)
  • 2 carrots (peeled and chopped)
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 2 ribs celery (chopped)
  • 4 cups sweet potato cubes (1 inch; 1 large or 2 small sweet potatoes; note 2)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (increase it for spicy, omit for non-spicy)
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (brown sugar or honey work as well)
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • parsley ( optional)

Instruction

  • Combine - all ingredients except the lemon juice in the stainless steel insert of a 6 or 8 quart Instant Pot.
  • Cook -Put the lid on, set the valve to 'sealing', and pressure cook on high for 15 minutes.
  • Natural pressure release - Allow the Instant Pot to naturally depressurize for 10 minutes before releasing the remaining pressure.
  • Serve - Stir in lemon juice and serve with rice, naan or quinoa.