Plant Based Instant Pot
Black lentils are also called Beluga lentils because they are small and resemble caviar. I love using them because they cook faster than regular lentils.
Saute Ingredients – 1 small onion, minced – water for sauting – 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instant Pot Ingredients – 4 cups water or unslated vegetable broth – 3 cups chopped winter squash (delicata and acorn squash do not need to be peeled) – 1 cup black Beluga lentils (can sub French or brown) – 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano or marjoram – 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder – 1/2 teaspoon ground rosemary
Before Serving Ingredients – 1/4 cup nutritional yeast – 1 tablespoons tomato paste – salt or salt substitute, to taste – ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions Saute the onion until translucent. Add the garlic and saute a minute or two more.
Release the pressure naturally. Stir in the after cooking ingredients and adjust any seasonings as needed before serving. Enjoy!