Description

This Sweet Potato Lentil Pumpkin Soup is a hearty and nourishing Instant Pot recipe combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes and pumpkin with protein-rich lentils and warming spices. Perfect for a cozy meal, this vegan and gluten-free soup is easy to prepare, making it an ideal healthy option for busy weeknights or meal prep.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables and Legumes

4 cups sweet potato, peeled and chopped (about 1 large sweet potato)
2 cups chopped yellow onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can lentils, drained and rinsed

Others

1 can pumpkin puree (14 oz)
1 tsp ground ginger
Salt and pepper, to taste
32 oz vegetable broth

Instructions

Prepare the vegetables: Wash, peel, and chop the sweet potato into bite-sized chunks. Add 4 cups of chopped sweet potato to the Instant Pot.
Chop onions and mince garlic: Chop the yellow onion into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic cloves. Add these to the Instant Pot with the sweet potatoes.
Add remaining ingredients: Add the pumpkin puree, drained and rinsed lentils, ground ginger, salt, and pepper to the pot. Pour in the vegetable broth.
Mix everything: Stir all ingredients thoroughly to combine even distribution of flavors.
Seal the pot: Close and lock the Instant Pot lid. Make sure the steam vent is in the sealed position.
Pressure cook: Set the Instant Pot to high pressure and cook the soup for 8-10 minutes. Once cooking is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 5 minutes, then carefully perform a quick release by opening the steam valve according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Store or serve: Serve the soup hot immediately, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Notes

You can adjust the thickness by adding more or less vegetable broth according to your preference.
For a smoother texture, blend the soup partially or fully after cooking.
Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of coconut milk to enhance the flavor before serving.
This soup reheats well and is perfect for meal prep.
Use low-sodium vegetable broth to control the salt content.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes (including natural pressure release)
Category: Soup
Method: Instant Pot
Cuisine: American

Keywords: sweet potato soup, lentil soup, pumpkin soup, Instant Pot soup, vegan soup, healthy dinner, fall recipes, gluten free soup, easy soup recipe