Here is a big list of 25+ Instant Pot Side Dishes that are easy to make and so delicious! Sides are a great way to include veggies in your diet, bring out the flavors of a particular food, or to simply create a complete meal.
I love cooking practically every meal of the day in my Instant Pot, because it is so easy to use. I especially love the convenience of pot-in-pot cooking when making two items at once; for example, a curry with rice can easily be made using the pot-in-pot method.
Besides rice, there's veggies, pastas, and many other sides to be made in the Instant Pot. This list is also sure to give you some great accompaniments for your Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners!
Most of the dishes I've listed are healthy, and many are even low carb- especially all the veggies! There is also an array of both vegetarian & vegan sides. You're sure to find at least a few side dishes you will love!
Vegetable Sides
Instant Pot Green Beans with Garlic & Lemon
These perfectly steamed Instant Pot Green Beans have a fresh, crunchy texture, and are so easy to make! Saute with butter and garlic, drizzle on some lemon juice, and they make a delicious side dish for any meal.
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Instant Pot Garlic & Herb Carrots Recipe
Garlic & Herb Carrots are cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker. Sautéed with lots of butter, garlic and herbs, they make a perfect side dish!
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Amazing Steamed Broccoli - Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
Easy, fresh & tasty Steamed Broccoli made in the Instant Pot (Pressure Cooker). Enjoy this low carb healthy vegetable steamed in less than 15 minutes. Try this foolproof method to get the perfect texture for broccoli every time.
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How to Cook Sweet Potatoes in Instant Pot?
Sweet Potatoes cook to perfection in the instant pot, tender and creamy. These pressure cooker “baked” sweet potatoes are fast & easy to cook, and make a delicious snack or side dish!
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Instant Pot Steamed Vegetable Medley
Learn how to perfectly steam vegetables in the instant pot using this easy no-fail method. The veggies are cooked to perfection, and are not mushy with the instant pot zero minute magic!
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Amazing Steamed Cauliflower - Instant Pot
Easy, fresh & tasty Steamed Cauliflower made in the Instant Pot (Pressure Cooker). Enjoy this low carb healthy vegetable made in less than 15 minutes. A perfect side to any meal!
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Cabbage & Peas Stir Fry / Patta Gobi Matar - Instant Pot Pressure Cooker
Cabbage and Green Peas cooked with garlic, tomato and spices. A simple comfort dish made in a pressure cooker.
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Spicy Bombay Potatoes
Baby Potatoes cooked with aromatic spices, as a one-pot dish, are perfect to serve as an appetizer or a side dish. These delicious and easy Bombay Potatoes take just 20 minutes to make in the Instant Pot or on stovetop.
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Instant Pot Aloo Gobi / Potato & Cauliflower Stir Fry
A healthy & delicious potato and cauliflower stir fry made in the instant pot. So easy and quick, takes just 20 minutes. Vegan & Gluten Free.
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Rice/Grains Sides
Lemon Rice Recipe - Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker
Flavorful, tangy and crunchy Instant Pot Lemon Rice from South India, made as a one-pot dish in Instant Pot. Aromatic Basmati Rice flavored with lemon juice, mustard seeds, ginger and topped with roasted peanuts.
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Instant Pot Jeera Rice
Perfectly cooked Basmati Rice flavored with cumin and whole spices, prepared in Instant Pot. Enjoy these aromatic Instant Pot Jeera Rice (Cumin Rice) with any curry or lentil.
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Brown Rice Mushroom Pilaf
Easy, healthy & delicious Brown Rice Mushroom Pilaf. A flavorful one-pot dish with just 5 ingredients. It is perfect to make on a weeknight and enjoy as a side or as a meal. Even better, make it on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot.
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Instant Pot Couscous & Vegetable Medley
Israeli Couscous cooked with vegetables of choice in Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker. Enjoy it as a side or salad.
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Perfect 1-minute Quinoa in Instant Pot (with Pot-in-Pot option)
Perfectly cooked Quinoa in Pressure Cooker or Instant Pot. Two ways – In the main pot and pot-in-pot. Just add quinoa and water, set the timer and come back to perfectly cooked quinoa.
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Pressure Cooker Coconut Rice Recipe
Fast & Easy Coconut Rice made in the Pressure Cooker or Instant Pot. Perfectly cooked rice with the sweet aroma and subtle flavor of coconut milk. This is a great vegan & gluten free rice side dish to many Asian dishes!
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Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Brown Rice
This Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Brown Rice is easy, healthy and tasty! This Cilantro Lime Rice tastes just like Chipotle's. The fresh cilantro and lime flavors make it a wonderful side dish or ingredient for burritos or bowls!
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Spinach Rice
Spinach Rice cooked in the instant pot or stovetop as a one-pot recipe. Aromatic basmati rice, with spinach and spices, make this Spinach Rice flavorful and healthy!
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Instant Pot Beet Rice Pulao
A mildly flavored rice pulao with beets, green peas and aromatic spices in Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker.
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Pasta Sides
Lemon Parmesan Orzo in Instant Pot
Instant Pot Lemon Parmesan Orzo pasta with garlic, cherry tomatoes and parsley is a perfect side dish. It is very quick and easy to make pressure cooker orzo pasta!
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Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad Recipe
Caprese Orzo Pasta Salad is a light and refreshing side dish, made with orzo pasta, grape tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil. This easy orzo pasta salad is so quick to make, perfect to take to a picnic or get-together.
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Instant Pot Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Get all the flavors of spring in a bowl with this Lemon Asparagus Pasta. Make it in the Instant Pot in just 30 minutes, and the result will be a creamy bowl of pasta, filled with fresh greens! It contains peas, asparagus, and a splash of lemon juice, creating a symphony of tangy and savory flavors. Try this delicious, vegetarian, one-pot meal tonight!
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Pesto Orzo Salad
Sun Dried tomatoes, basil leaves, and fresh mozzarella make this Pesto Orzo Salad a summer favorite. It’s fresh, flavorful, and so easy to make! Perfect for a picnic, potluck, or weeknight meal.
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Creamy Mushroom Pasta in Instant Pot
Spaghetti tossed in a creamy cheese sauce loaded with mushrooms. If you love mushrooms, this creamy mushroom pasta is going to be your new favorite. Make this amazingly delicious creamy dreamy pasta in the instant pot in less than 30 minutes!
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Other Sides
Mexican Black Beans in Instant Pot
Packed with protein and fiber, and full of flavor, these healthy Mexican Black Beans in Instant Pot are the perfect side dish to make for your family.
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Guacamole Deviled Eggs Recipe
Guacamole Deviled Eggs are a healthy twist to the traditional deviled eggs. Enjoy as a snack or serve as an appetizer for your next gathering!
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Beet & Mozzarella Salad (with Pressure Cooker Beets)
A delicious and elegant caprese salad with fresh beets and mozzarella cheese.
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Greek Yogurt Dip
This easy Yogurt Dip is made with a few ingredients and can be put together in just 5 minutes. It is fresh, creamy and flavorful, perfect to enjoy with veggies, fries or as a topping for kebabs.
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