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Check out these easy vegan Instant Pot recipes for your new pressure cooker! Purchasing an Instant Pot is not like buying a new pan. You need to learn how to cook with it and what vegan foods are the best to make. Here’s some great information about your new Instant Pot and plant-based recipes to get you started with some amazing meals!
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What Is An Instant Pot
An Instant Pot is a multifunctional pressure cooker that can cook a variety of foods from veggies to rice and beans and more.
Depending on the model, the Instant Pots have a variety of functions. Most can be used as a:
- Slow Cooker
- Pressure Cooker
- Rice Cooker
- Steamer
- Saute
- Yogurt Maker
- Warmer
There are also different size options. The smallest one is 3 quarts which is perfect for 2-3 people. The largest, 8-quart, Instant Pot can feed a family of 6 or more.
Tips For Using The Instant Pot
Read the directions. The timer can be difficult to understand, so make sure you read all of the instructions before trying it.
Make sure the steam valve is in the correct position. If it is set to vent, your Instant Pot will not be able to build enough pressure to work correctly.
Learn the real cooking time. Although your food only takes a certain amount of time to cook, the Instant Pot does need to pressurize before the timer starts which usually takes about 10 minutes or so.
Buying An Instant Pot
First, Instant Pot is a brand name for a pressure cooker. We have an Instant Pot Duo 6-quart 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker. It’s the perfect size for our family of 4 and has all of the settings we need and use. If you need something smaller, here’s a perfect 3-quart Instant Pot. If you need something bigger, here’s an 8-quart Instant Pot.
If you already have an Instant Pot, you may need some accessories too. Since the pot itself is not very large, you’ll need a smaller sized steamer basket and other cooking utensils. Here’s a great set that includes everything you’ll need to make your vegan Instant Pot recipes.
Here’s another great option for a 6-quart Yedi Pressure Cooker with an Accessory Kit. This set comes with everything you might needs to get started pressure cooking your meals.
Vegan Instant Pot Recipes: Breakfast
Instant Pots aren’t just for dinner. Here are some amazing breakfast options to make with your Instant Pot.
Cashew Yogurt by My Quiet Kitchen
This fantastic recipe teaches you how to make 2 (or 3) ingredient cashew yogurt in your Instant Pot easily!
Oatmeal by My Plant Based Family
This simple oatmeal takes almost no prep work for an easy morning when you have other tasks you need to do.
Vegan Instant Pot Recipes: Soup / Stew
Instant Pots are perfectly set up for soup and stew. These delicious dishes are easy and simple to make.
Vegetable Soup by Where You Get Your Protein
With simple ingredients, this whole food recipe is delicious and easy to make. It’s also easy to customize, so everyone will love it.
Creamy Potato Coconut Stew by Seven Roses
This Creamy Potato Coconut Stew uses full fat coconut milk to create the perfect broth texture in a creamy soup.
White Bean Soup by Moon and Spoon and Yum
The Mexican Spices really pull this soup together.
Carrot Soup with Ginger and Coconut Milk by Piping Hot Curry
With only 5 ingredients and spices, this creamy soup is full of flavor with plenty of vitamins.
Best Vegan Jambalaya by VE Eat Cook Bake
Jambalaya typically has a lot of meat products; however, this amazing vegan recipe uses vegetables and typical Jambalaya spices to create the perfect vegan dish. It is made in one pot in one hour which makes it a fantastic weeknight option.
Spicy Creamy Ramen by Home Cooked Roots
This Ramen has the best words to describe it: spicy and creamy. Since it can be made in 30 minutes, it’s a fantastic lunch or quick dinner.
Tomato Soup by A Virtual Vegan
Since this Tomato Soup needs minimal prep and only cooks in the Instant Pot for 7 minutes, it’s ready in less than 20 minutes! That’s a win for this delicious, creamy soup any day!
Potato Kale Soup by A Plantiful Path
This Potato Kale Soup has a ton of nutrition and flavor for a soup everyone will love.
Potato Leek Soup by Vegan Huggs
This Potato Leek Soup has tons of fantastic spices along with veggies for a delicious and creamy soup.
Veggie Lentil Soup by Veggie Fun Kitchen
This whole food plant based recipe has plenty of healthy veggies along with fantastic flavor for another easy meal.
Minestrone Soup by From My Bowl
Here’s another quick and easy recipe with tons of veggies that comes together quickly. Check out this awesome Minestrone Soup recipe!
Bulbasaur Zucchini Soup by Vegan Doll House
The whole family is going to love this adorable Bulbasaur Zucchini soup. From presentation to the depth of flavor, it’s just perfect.
Vegan Instant Pot Recipes: Main Dish
These recipes help you quickly create a main dish that the whole family will love.
Creamy Vegan Mac and Cheese with Peas by Where You Get Your Protein
This fantastic dish is a whole meal in one pot with creamy sauce, perfectly cooked noodles, and plenty of flavors.
Vegan Sloppy Joes by This Healthy Kitchen
This is actually a healthy meal with lentils. It’s low fat, hearty and easy to make.
Chipotle Black Beans by Veggie Chick
With some amazing spices, these delicious Chipotle Black Beans take 35 minutes to cook for delicious beans cooked from dry in less than an hour.
Potato Curry by Pepper Bowl
This fantastic Potato Curry is full of whole foods for a spicy dinner in 30 minutes.
Butternut Squash Risotto with Basil Pesto by Plant Based Cooking
The variety of vegetables and delicious spices really bring this dish together. In less than 30 minutes, you can make this easy dish to serve 8.
Enchilada Rice by The Simple Veganista
This creative Enchilada Rice recipe can be eaten in a bowl or put in burritos or tacos depending on what you want for dinner!
Vegan Lentil Chili by Profusion Curry
This easy Vegan Lentil Chili recipe is plant-based for a healthy and easy dinner option.
Aloo Gobi (Indian Potato and Cauliflower) by Simmer To Slimmer
Aloo Gobi is an Indian potato and cauliflower dish. It’s very easy to cook in the Instant Pot and is ready in 30 minutes.
Butternut Squash Chili by Rainbow Delicious
I love how this Butternut Squash Chili recipe is different than typical recipes. With tons of veggies, this quick meal is delicious and healthy.
One-Pot Lentils and Rice by Go Dairy Free
This one-pot Lentils and Rice recipe is simple to make and delicious to eat.
Fresh Summer Instant Pot Vegetable Dinner by Plant Based Instant Pot
This recipe is such a cool idea. You can cook 4 different veggies in the Instant Pot at the same time. Save time on grilling and keep your house cool with this great veggie recipe.
Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti Squash by VEEG
This fantastic meal has a recipes for Instant Pot Spaghetti Squash along with a homemade sun-dried tomato sauce.
Vegan Instant Pot Recipes: Dessert
These easy recipes are perfect for dessert.
Churro Bites by The Belly Rules The Mind
When you are looking for a dessert, this fantastic Churro Bite recipes can be ready in 20 minutes.
Rice Pudding With Mango by Mr. Ishtanna
Here’s another 20-minute dessert recipe. This Rice Pudding with Mangos has a fantastic texture and delicious flavor.
Which recipe are you most excited to try?
