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Posted: 2020-01-29T10:45:01Z | Updated: 2022-06-03T17:34:36Z The Best Vegetarian Instant Pot Recipes | HuffPost Life
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The Best Vegetarian Instant Pot Recipes

Veggie-friendly soups, pastas and dinner recipes that can be made in no time, with no meat.
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Head of Life and Commerce

It seems everyone's favorite Instant Pot recipes  center around meat, and for good reason. The multicooker turns cheap and fatty cuts of meat into tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth hunks of goodness. And because of that, the Instant Pot recipe space is crowded with ideas for Instant pot ribs, bolognese, pot roasts and briskets. But what about vegetarians?

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite vegetarian recipes for the Instant Pot, because it’s not just for meat it works wonders on beans, soups and other veggie-friendly dishes too. We’ve got mac and cheese, mujadara, lentil curry, vegetarian chili, creamy rice soups and so much more.

1
Pinch of Yum
Instant Pot Sweet Potato Tortilla Soup
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Sweet Potato Tortilla Soup from Pinch of Yum
2
Pinch of Yum
Instant Pot Red Curry Lentils
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Red Curry Lentils from Pinch of Yum
3
The Pig and Quill
Smoked Gouda Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Get the recipe for Smoked Gouda Instant Pot Mac and Cheese from The Pig and Quill
4
Feasting At Home
Instant Pot Split Pea Soup With Harissa
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Split Pea Soup With Harissa from Feasting at Home
5
Pinch of Yum
Instant Pot Cauliflower Curry
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Cauliflower Curry from Pinch of Yum
6
Damn Delicious
Instant Pot Creamy Broccoli Mac And Cheese
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Creamy Broccoli Mac And Cheese from Damn Delicious
7
Feasting at Home
Instant Pot Mujadara
Mujadara is a fragrant dish of lentils, rice and Moroccan spices served with caramelized shallots and fresh vegetables.



Get the recipe for Instant Pot Mujadara from Feasting at Home
8
Half Baked Harvest
Instant Pot Cacio e Pepe with Crispy Garlic Basil Chickpeas
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Cacio e Pepe with Crispy Garlic Basil Chickpeas from Half Baked Harvest
9
I Love Vegan
Vegan Instant Pot Chili
Get the recipe for Vegan Instant Pot Chili from I Love Vegan
10
Half Baked Harvest
Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar and Zucchini Soup
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Broccoli Cheddar and Zucchini Soup from Half Baked Harvest
11
Feasting at Home
Instant Pot Minestrone Soup
Get the recipe for Minestrone Soup from Feasting at Home
12
Damn Delicious
Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto
Just make sure you substitute vegetable stock for the chicken stock in this recipe.


Get the recipe for Instant Pot Mushroom Risotto from Damn Delicious
13
Half Baked Harvest
Instant Pot Pasta e Fagioli
Skip the optional bacon and use vegetable stock for this recipe.


Get the recipe for Instant Pot Pasta e Fagioli from Half Baked Harvest
14
Pinch of Yum
Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Creamy Mushroom Wild Rice Soup from Pinch of Yum
15
Feasting at Home
Instant Pot Chili Recipe
Get the Instant Pot Chili Recipe from Feasting at Home
16
Feasting at Home
Instant Pot Mushroom Stroganoff
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Mushroom Stroganoff from Feasting at Home
17
Damn Delicious
Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice
Replace the andouille sausage in this recipe with your favorite vegetarian sausage.


Get the recipe for Instant Pot Red Beans and Rice from Damn Delicious
18
Feasting at Home
Instant Pot Chana Masala
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Chana Masala from Feasting at Home
19
Pinch of Yum
Instant Pot Pumpkin Walnut Chili
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Pumpkin Walnut Chili from Pinch of Yum
20
The Pig and Quill
Instant Pot Miso Red Bean Stew
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Miso Red Bean Stew from The Pig and Quill
21
Pinch of Yum
Spicy Instant Pot Carrot Soup
Get the recipe for Spicy Instant Pot Carrot Soup from Pinch of Yum
22
The Gunny Sack
Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash from The Gunny Sack
23
I Love Vegan
Vegan Instant Pot Little Potato and Corn Chowder
Get the recipe for Vegan Instant Pot Little Potato and Corn Chowder from I Love Vegan
24
Damn Delicious
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes
Get the recipe for Instant Pot Baked Potatoes from Damn Delicious

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Before You Go

Accessories You Need For Your Instant Pot
Blue and red sealing rings(01 of14)
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You're certainly well aware of the Instant Pot funk that eventually permeates your multicooker's gasket (aka the sealing ring). There are a few different cleaning methods you can use to remove the odor, but none of them work all that well. With these two colored options, you can assign one to savory dishes (think meats and stews) and another to cheesecakes (which you don't want infused with the scent of said meats or stews).

(Pro tip: You're supposed to store your IP with the gasket removed, to encourage air flow and discourage the growth of mildew and other nasty things.)

Get the two-pack from Amazon for $11.95 (fits the 6-quart model). (credit:Amazon)
An egg steamer rack(02 of14)
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Whether you like your eggs hard-boiled, soft-boiled or somewhere in between, you can steam them to perfection in an Instant Pot. But if you don't want to risk them rolling around and cracking, you should buy this setup, which lets you nestle 14 eggs in the machine at once. This brilliant gadget will fit in both the 6- and 8-quart versions.

Get it from Amazon for $19.99. (credit:Amazon)
Mini silicone mitts to help you grab the hot inner pot(03 of14)
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Have you ever had the patience to wait until your Instant Pot's inner pot is completely cool before lifting it out? Yeah, us neither. If you're sick of burning your hands, you need these flexible silicone mitts, which'll give you a good grip and protect your fingers from the heat.

Get a pair from Amazon for $9.99. (credit:Amazon)
Tools that won't ding up the inside of your Instant Pot(04 of14)
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Metal utensils can scratch the coating off your Instant Pot, which is a major no-no. To prevent that from happening, these Instant Pot-branded tools are made specifically to protect your appliance, no matter how hard you are on it. These are a few of our favorites:

Get the lid cleaning brush for $6.65. Get the meat claws for $12.74. Get the spoon spatula for $7.20.
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A new ceramic, non-stick inner pot(05 of14)
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If you do, by chance, happen to scrape off the nonstick lining of your inner pot, it's important (for safety reasons!) to replace it immediately. It comes in three sizes, is dishwasher safe and is PTFE and PFOA free.

Get it from Amazon for $15.25 (3 quart), $19.95 (6 quart) or $24.99 (8 quart). (credit:Amazon)
And a stainless steel inner pot(06 of14)
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For all those times you don't need nonstick, this is nice and durable. And if you're cooking multiple dishes for a crowd, it's always good to have extras. (Keep scrolling for a storage lid, because you'll need one!)

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (3 quart), $22.99 (6 quart) or $32.99 (8 quart). (credit:Amazon)
A silicone cover for easy storage(07 of14)
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Ever make a HUGE pot of soup in your IP and don't feel like transferring it to yet another HUGE container to keep in the fridge? This silicone lid seals perfectly and allows you to move your cooled pot straight to the refrigerator for easy storage.

Get it from Amazon for $13.06. (credit:Amazon)
The perfect pan for making IP cheesecake(08 of14)
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A HuffPost colleague of ours is legendary for her Instant Pot cheesecake, and she swears this pan is one of the secrets to its greatness. Fat Daddio's 7x3-inch pan with a removable bottom in particular (don't choose another brand or model) fits perfectly in the IP and features just the right thickness to evenly conduct heat throughout your cheesecake as it steams to creamy perfection.

Get it from Amazon for $12.59. (credit:Amazon)
An air fryer attachment that saves you a ton of space(09 of14)
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If you've always wanted an air fryer but don't have room in your kitchen for another appliance, this is for you. You just pop it on top of your Instant Pot and watch it work its magic. Keep in mind that it's made for the 6-quart model -- but its rapid air circulation cooks food to crispy perfection, from chicken wings to French fries and even homemade veggie chips.

Get it from Amazon for $62.95. (credit:Amazon)
Yogurt cups!(10 of14)
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Let's be real, most people never use the yogurt-making feature of their Instant Pot simply because they don't have containers to cook the yogurt in. This kit comes with five 6-ounce cups (they're BPA free and dishwasher safe), spill-proof lids and a rack. Now start making yogurt already!

Get the set from Amazon for $9.99. (credit:Amazon)
A silicone steamer basket(11 of14)
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There's nothing worse than fumbling with a cheap metal steamer in the inside of your pot. This silicone version has long handles that allow you to easily remove your food without dropping it or burning yourself. This version is compatible with the 6- and 8-quart cookers.

Get it from Amazon for $12.99. (credit:Amazon)
A hand blender, for all you soup-making fanatics(12 of14)
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If you make a lot of soup in your IP -- particularly blended soups -- you may dread getting out (and cleaning) your blender after you've already dirtied your Instant Pot. If that's the case, an immersion blender will save you a ton of cleanup. Just wave its magic wand around the inside of your pot, and your soup will be buttery smooth in no time. We find this model to be particularly effective for its low price.

Get it from Amazon for $25.99. (credit:Amazon)
A silicone egg bite pan(13 of14)
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The internet is obsessed with egg bites because they're nutritious, convenient and just plain delicious. But an Instant Pot makes them even easier to make if you have this handy doo-dad. Cleanup will be a breeze and mornings will be a whole lot easier. This is compatible with the 6- and 8-quart cookers.

Get it from Amazon for $14.44. (credit:Amazon)
And in case you're late to the game, the best-selling model of the Instant Pot(14 of14)
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Just in case you don't have an Instant Pot yet ... cough cough ...

Get the Instant Pot Duo from Amazon for $66.32 (3 quart), $89 (6 quart, the best-selling size) or $99 (8 quart). (credit:Amazon)
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