Want to make a quick vegan dinner? What better way than to use your Instant Pot to make a comforting plant-based meal in minutes. Here are 70+ delicious Instant Pot Vegan Recipes from a variety of curries, lentils and noodles, to soups and side dishes!
Vegan means you do not consume any animal products such as meat, dairy, eggs, honey, or any other ingredient that is sourced from an animal. I am personally not vegan, but my husband is vegetarian. So we do eat a lot of naturally vegan and vegetarian dishes.
I am sharing here a variety of vegan plant-based meals we make frequently. All of these recipes are made in the Instant Pot, but can also be made in a stovetop pressure cooker or in a pan.
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Why use Instant Pot for Vegan Cooking?
Instant Pot is the best to make lentils and beans, cooking them faster than ever with the pressure cooking feature. It is also great to make delicious healthy soups and curries. And did I mention “rice”. Remove the guesswork out of cooking perfect fragrant rice!
Instant Pot saves so much time when cooking vegan meals. If you love to meal prep, then you can cook a large batch of soups or other meals, and portion them out for the week. Or you can batch cook beans, and use them in multiple dishes.
I am sure you will find at least a few dishes you will enjoy in this big list of ….. vegan recipes!
Curries, Noodles, Lentils & More
Instant Pot Coconut Chickpea Curry
Instant Pot Coconut Chickpea Curry is a creamy vegan curry, perfect for those busy weekdays. Made with staple pantry ingredients, this one-pot meal with pot-in-pot brown rice will make up for a perfect wholesome meal.
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Instant Pot Vegetable Lo Mein
Instant Pot Vegetable Lo Mein is a quick and easy meal packed with healthy vegetables and cooked in a flavorful sauce. Made at home in only 20 minutes, you'll have this delicious Lo Mein ready and on the table in less time than it takes to order takeout.
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Instant Pot Butternut Squash Curry with Spinach
This Instant Pot Butternut Squash Curry is a creamy vegan curry, filled with goodness of squash, coconut milk and spinach. This cozy and comforting curry is perfect for Fall dinners!
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Red Lentils Curry (Masoor Dal)
Quick and easy Red Lentil Curry, also known as Masoor Dal, made in the instant pot and stovetop. This super delicious, healthy and budget friendly vegan meal can be made in less than 30 minutes!
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Vegan Instant Pot Thai Green Curry with Tofu
Instant Pot Thai Green Curry with Tofu and vegetables. This vegan and gluten free green curry is so creamy and perfect to enjoy over jasmine rice.
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Vegetable Korma
Easy & Creamy Vegetable Korma made in the Instant Pot or stovetop. This restaurant-style creamy vegetable korma curry is a perfect blend of vegetables with a creamy coconut-based sauce. A vegan & gluten-free curry that pairs perfectly with naan or rice.
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Indian Lentil and Vegetable Khichdi (Masala Khichdi)
A Instant Pot Masala Khichdi made with lentils, rice and vegetables along with simple spices and ghee. The epitome of comfort food all over India.
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Instant Pot Chickpea Curry with Spinach (Chana Saag)
This easy one-pot Spinach Chickpea Curry, also known as Chana Saag is a healthy vegan and gluten-free curry. Serve it with rice, quinoa, or naan for a perfect weeknight dinner!
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Instant Pot Lentils & Rice (Mujadara)
Instant Pot Lentils & Rice (Mujadara) is the healthy vegan and gluten free meal. Lentils and rice cooked with fragrant spices & topped with caramelized onions. You will love this one-pot version of Mujadara in instant pot where you don’t have to cook lentils and rice separately.
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Vegan Butternut Squash Risotto
This Vegan Butternut Squash Risotto made in the instant pot is creamy, indulgent and easy to make in the instant pot. – By Rainbow Plant Life
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Instant Pot Penne Alla Vodka
This Instant Pot Penne Alla Vodka is a perfect creamy pasta recipe, best for a quick & easy dinner. Sprinkle some fresh parmesan cheese and serve a restaurant-quality meal right from your kitchen.
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Instant Pot Dal Tadka / Dal Fry with Basmati Rice
A simple yet flavorful yellow dal tempered with cumin, curry leaves and spices. This is an everyday lentil enjoyed with rice.
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Instant Pot Aloo Matar Recipe (Potato & Peas Curry)
Aloo Matar is a quick and easy potatoes and peas curry, made in the Instant Pot or stovetop. This vegan and gluten free Aloo Matar Masala is perfect for a delicious warm weeknight dinner!
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Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani
One-pot Vegetable Biryani made in the instant pot, is so easy to cook with the same authentic flavors! Fragrant basmati rice cooked with lots of vegetables, and aromatic whole spices and herbs. This delicious flavorful Veg Biryani ready in less than 30 minutes, and is perfect for a weeknight dinner with a side of raita or for special occasions.
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Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes
These Vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes are tangy flavorful sloppy lentils. They can be serve in sandwiches with slaw or over tater tots or baked potato. – By Vegan Richa
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Indian Masala Oats (Savory Oatmeal)
Masala Oats is a savory oatmeal breakfast porridge cooked with lots of vegetables and aromatic Indian spices. A healthy & delicious vegan breakfast recipe.
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Instant Pot Saag Aloo (Spinach Potato Curry)
Saag Aloo, a popular delicious North Indian Curry, made with spinach and potatoes cooked with ginger, garlic, onions and aromatic spices. This is a simplified one-pot version of the authentic Saag Aloo takes just 30 minutes to prepare.
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Instant Pot Aloo Baingan (Potato & Eggplant Curry)
Aloo Baingan Masala is an easy one-pot curry made with potatoes, eggplants, and aromatic spices in instant pot or stovetop. A vegan and gluten-free Potato & Eggplant Curry that is a perfect side with roti, naan or parathas
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Instant Pot Garlic Noodles
Delicious and quick Garlic Noodles in the instant pot. Enjoy them with the variation of veggies you like.
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Instant Pot Potato Curry (Aloo Rasedar)
Easy and comforting Potato Curry in Tomato Gravy made in the Instant Pot. This North Indian Potato Curry is popularly known as Aloo Rasedar. Aloo means potato and Rasedar is a thin tomato gravy.
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Black Eyed Peas Curry (Indian Lobia Masala) – Instant Pot & Stovetop
Black Eyed Peas Curry or Lobia Masala is a popular dish in North India, that is so easy and quick to make in the pressure cooker. It is made in an onion-tomato gravy, along with lots of ginger, garlic and aromatic spices. It is perfect to enjoy with some steaming basmati rice and parathas.
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Vegan Chili Mac & Cheese
Vegan Chili Mac And Cheese is a wonderful one-pot comfort dish. It has elbow pasta, kidney beans, onion, garlic, bell pepper, spices cooked in flavorful broth, finished off with vegan shredded cheese. – By Healthier Steps
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Instant Pot Bhindi Masala / Okra Stir Fry
A North Indian favorite Okra Stir Fry in the instant pot. Okra cooked with onions, tomato, garlic and spices.
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Instant Pot Thai Pumpkin Red Curry
Super flavorful, Vegan, Gluten free one-pot curry made with red curry paste, coconut milk, pumpkin and other veggies. Make this curry in the Pressure Cooker for a quick meal, paired with jasmine rice.
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Instant Pot Dal Makhani (Madras Lentils with Brown Rice)
Authentic Punjabi Dal Makhani (Madras Lentils) made in Pressure Cooker or Instant Pot. This restaurant style Dal Makhani made in the pressure cooker is rich, creamy and flavorful.
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Instant Pot Vegetable Sambar (South Indian Lentils)
Sambar, a flavorful South Indian Lentil Stew made with lentils, vegetables, tamarind, curry leaves and spices prepared in the instant pot (pressure cooker).
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Instant Pot Rajma Masala (Red Kidney Beans Curry)
Delicious Instant Pot Rajma Masala or Red Kidney Beans Curry with Pot-in-Pot Brown Rice. This is a great way to make a complete meal in your instant pot.
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Soups
Instant Pot Vegetarian Taco Soup
Stay warm with this healthy Vegetarian Taco Soup made in a pressure cooker. This hearty soup is a dump-and-go recipe with lots of black beans, corn, peppers, and tomatoes to create a delicious, satisfying dinner.
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Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup (Thai Curried)
This Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup is filled with warm fall goodness. This vegan & gluten free Thai curried soup is so creamy, flavorful and healthy!
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Instant Pot Minestrone Soup
A perfect soup that is a complete meal in itself – beans, loads of veggies and pasta, topped with cheese and a side of bread. This tastes just like the Olive Garden minestrone soup. Vegetarian-friendly and can easily be made gluten-free and vegan.
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Instant Pot Carrot Soup with Ginger & Coconut Milk
Delicious Creamy Carrot Soup with ginger & coconut milk made in the instant pot in just 30 minutes. This dump-and-go recipe for Instant Pot Carrot Soup is so easy & makes the most comforting soup!
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Sweet Corn Soup (Instant Pot & Stovetop)
Easy & comforting Sweet Corn Soup made in the Instant Pot. This lightly spiced Indo-chinese soup is perfect for the cold weather. This is a vegan & gluten free soup!
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Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili with Quinoa
This Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili is an easy comforting weeknight dinner for those cold rainy or snowy days. Made with black beans, quinoa and veggies, it is healthy with lots of protein and fiber. The best part is the dump-and-go recipe that can be made in minutes in the pressure cooker!
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Instant Pot Asparagus Soup
You won't believe how easy it is to make this asparagus soup in your Instant Pot! It's creamy and full of flavor, and you'll have it ready to serve in less than 30 minutes!
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Easy Instant Pot Lentil Soup
This hearty Instant Pot Lentil Soup is easy to make, flavorful, and nutritious. It is packed with nourishing veggies and tender brown lentils. Get cozy with this warming soup on a cold winter day!
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Vegan Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup
Vegan Cauliflower Soup made in the Instant Pot in less than 30 minutes. Packed with healing ingredients like turmeric, cauliflower and cashews, it is so creamy and full of flavor.
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Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup
This easy dump-and-go Instant Pot Sweet Potato Soup is a warm and comforting soup for fall and winter. A creamy soup made with sweet potatoes, carrots, ginger, coconut milk and aromatic spices!
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Cream of Broccoli Soup (Instant Pot & Stovetop)
Healthy Cream of Broccoli soup made in the Instant Pot or Stovetop in less than 30 minutes. This amazing comfort food can be enjoyed guilt free with this plant based vegan & gluten free recipe. Perfect for a quick satisfying lunch or dinner.
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Vegan Roasted Carrot and Red Pepper Soup
A healthy and delicious roasted red pepper & carrot soup made in the instant pot or stovetop. This vegan and gluten free soup has deep bold flavors from roasting the red peppers and carrots.
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Rice Dishes
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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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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Instant Pot Khichdi
Moong Dal Khichdi, or Kitchari is a simple dish made with rice and lentils, tempered in ghee with cumin seeds and turmeric. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and is a perfect comfort meal for weeknights or when someone is under the weather!
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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 Vegetable Rice Pulao
Veg Pulao or Vegetable Pilaf is an easy one pot rice dish mixed with a variety of vegetables and mildly flavored with spices.
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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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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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Instant Pot Black eyed peas and Spinach Rice
One-pot Black-Eyed Peas and Spinach Rice is a healthy and wholesome dish, perfect for weeknight meals. This vegetarian and gluten free dish is easy to make in the Instant Pot.
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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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Snacks
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 Hummus
You will love this smooth, creamy hummus made from dried chickpeas in the instant pot in just over an hour. With just a few simple and healthy ingredients, this Instant Pot Hummus is the best creamy dip for any occasion!
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3-Ingredient Instant Pot Applesauce
Easy 3-Ingredient Instant Pot Applesauce is a delicious cinnamon flavored apple puree, that has a good balance of savory, sweet and tangy. Enjoy it as a snack or use it as a filling for desserts.
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Instant Pot Strawberry Jam Recipe
You will love this 3-ingredient Instant Pot Strawberry Jam made with just strawberries, sugar and lemon juice (no pectin needed). Super simple, delicious and so much better than store-bought!
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Vegan Cheese Sauce
This Vegan Cheese Sauce made in the instant pot is super cheesy and creamy. Use it on nachos, as dips, over pasta or make your favorite mac & cheese! – By Cook with Manali
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Side Dishes & How-To Guides
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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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 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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Vegan Mashed Potatoes
These Vegan Mashed Potatoes made in the instant pot are creamy and fluffy without any butter, milk or even vegan butter. Made in 25 minutes from start to finish! – By Nora Cooks
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Garlic Chili Potatoes Recipe
Flavorful and easy Garlic Chili Potatoes, made with steamed potatoes, garlic, chili sauce and honey, sprinkled with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy them as an appetizer or side!
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Vegan Cheese Sauce
This Vegan Cheese Sauce made in the instant pot is super cheesy and creamy. Use it on nachos, as dips, over pasta or make your favorite mac & cheese! – By Cook with Manali
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How to sprout lentils (with Instant pot option)
Learn how to sprout lentils at home. Sprouted lentils are a great addition to salads, sandwiches, curries and wraps. These nutritious legumes are vegan and gluten-free too!
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How to Boil Potatoes in Instant Pot?
Quick and easy way to steam or boil potatoes in the pressure cooker.
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Instant Pot Brown Rice – Pot-in-Pot (PIP) method
Perfect Pot-in-pot brown rice made in the pressure cooker. Great to prepare brown rice along with the entree or right in the serving bowl.
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Jasmine Rice – Instant Pot / Pressure Cooker
Perfectly cooked Jasmine rice made in an pressure cooker in two ways – in the pot or using pot-in-pot method.
Instant Pot Chickpeas Recipe (Pressure Cooker)
Easy and healthy Chickpeas cooked in a pressure cooker. Better than canned and quick to make. Enjoy in a salad or pilaf or hummus.
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Indian Curry Sauce Recipe (Onion Tomato Bhuna Masala)
Basic Indian Curry Sauce, also known as Bhuna Masala, made with onions, tomatoes, ginger, garlic and spices. This is the base for many Indian dishes such as lentils and curries. This onion tomato masala is very versatile and freezes well. Perfect to have for those busy days when you want to make a curry in a hurry!
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Desserts
Vegan Cheese Sauce
This Vegan Cheese Sauce made in the instant pot is super cheesy and creamy. Use it on nachos, as dips, over pasta or make your favorite mac & cheese! – By Cook with Manali
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Vegan Chocolate Cake
A very easy recipe of a vegan chocolate cake made with ingredients found at your home in the instant pot. Its moist, fluffy and soft. No one will believe it’s eggfree and dairy free. – By Carve Your Craving
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Date Sweetened Instant Pot Carrot Cake
This Instant Pot Carrot Cake is delicious and healthy. Sweetened with dates instead of refined sugar and uses whole wheat flour. – By Plant Based Instant Pot
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How to bake Vegan Cheesecake in the Instant Pot?
How to Bake a Cheesecake in the Instant Pot is a complete guide including tips for getting the perfect cheesecake taste without using dairy. – By Rainbow Plant Life
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Wow…so many wonderful vegan dinner recipes you can make in your instant pot. I hope you give them a try.
Let us know which one you’re most excited to make, and share this roundup with your friends, and when you make any of these indian dishes, don’t forget to tag #pipingpotcurry.
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You are making our transformation to vegan eating flavorful! The instapot instructions are precise and deliver the ease and flavor we love. Thank you!
Hi – So great to hear that. Thank you for sharing it 🙂