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Ingredients
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 yellow onion, chopped
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2 carrots, chopped
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2 stalks celery, chopped
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1 ½ cups red lentils
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1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
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4 cups vegetable broth
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions
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Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add carrots and celery and cook until tender, about 3 minutes. Combine lentils, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, garlic, thyme, salt, paprika, and black pepper in the pot. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 15 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
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Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Serve in bowls and sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
279 | Calories |
6g | Fat |
42g | Carbs |
15g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 279 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 6g | 7% |
Saturated Fat 1g | 4% |
Sodium 848mg | 37% |
Total Carbohydrate 42g | 15% |
Dietary Fiber 18g | 63% |
Total Sugars 8g | |
Protein 15g | 30% |
Vitamin C 17mg | 19% |
Calcium 108mg | 8% |
Iron 7mg | 41% |
Potassium 733mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.