17 Plant-Based Instant Pot Recipes for Meatless Mondays

If you’re curious (and a little confused) about plant-based Instant Pot recipes, you’ve come to the right place. Plant-based diets are everywhere lately, and to be honest, everyone’s interpretation is a little bit different. While I’m a big fan of eating a diet rich in plant foods like whole grains, fruits, veggies, nuts and legumes, I also love all food, and wouldn’t dream of cutting out meat, dairy or the processed stuff that I love from time to time. That said, the strictest definition of a plant-based diet is one free of all animal products, AKA a vegan diet.

Plant-based meals also emphasize whole foods, which can be a little bit overwhelming if you’re used to relying on convenience foods and pre-made stuff. If you’re thinking about going fully plant-based, definitely do your research and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before making any big changes. But, if you’re just looking to add a few plant-based meals to your rotation, plant-based Instant Pot recipes are a great place to start.

First of all, it’s far less intimidating to cook new-to-you ingredients and recipes when the Instant Pot actually does all the work for you. Second, the pressure-cook setting of an Instant Pot is perfect for cooking healthy, inexpensive plant-based proteins like chickpeas, black beans and tofu. No matter what your stance on the plant-based diet (like I said, cutting foods out of my diet completely just isn’t my thing), the following 17 plant-based Instant Pot recipes deserve a spot in your weeknight routine.

Sweet Peas and Saffron.

Chickpea Curry

This vegetable-packed, coconut milk-based chickpea curry is done in just 30 minutes.

Instant Pot Eats.

Mexican Quinoa with Cilantro and Lime Dressing

If you love quinoa but want to shake things up in the flavor department, try this Mexican-inspired quinoa with cilantro and lime dressing for a tart, herb-y kick.

Nora Cooks.

Vegan Burritos

There are so many exciting things about burritos, plant-based or not. The best thing about these, though, is that the recipe makes more than enough for lunch leftovers the next day.

Food, Faith, Fitness.

Vegan Chili

Foregoing meat doesn’t have to mean forgoing comfort food. This vegan chili is flavorful, filling and packed with good-for-you ingredients.

Delish Knowledge.

Easy Vegan Burrito Bowls

The base of these vegan burrito bowls is a tasty mix of corn, beans, rice and plenty of spices. When it comes to toppings, the sky’s the limit.

The Girl on Bloor.

Golden Turmeric Lentil Stew

Turmeric doesn’t have the magical powers that Instagram influencers would lead you to believe. But, if you’re feeling a little under the weather, this turmeric lentil stew is a great cozy dinner option.