Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup
Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup is rich and smoky from ham shanks, with tender lentils soaking up a savory broth. Sweet carrots, celery, and onion round out the flavor, while tomatoes and a splash of vinegar add a bright finish. It’s a cozy, satisfying bowl perfect for a weeknight dinner or warming weekend lunch.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook45 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 55 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 22 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 42
- Heart Health
- 49
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 61
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Place ham shanks and water into the pressure cooker over medium heat. Cover and lock the lid; bring to 15 pounds of pressure, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes. Release the pressure immediately following the manufacturer's instructions. Remove the cooked ham shanks with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a bowl to cool. Separate the meat from the bone. Pour the ham broth into a separate bowl for later use.
- 2
Heat olive oil in the pressure cooker over medium heat; cook and stir the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic until tender and reduced, about 20 minutes. Add the lentils, 8 cups ham broth, thyme, and bay leaf; cover and lock the lid. Bring the pressure up to 15 pounds for 6 minutes; release the pressure immediately.
- 3
Stir the tomatoes, ham, black pepper, and vinegar into the soup over low heat until warmed through.
- Calories 231.51 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 18.52 g Good Source 37%
- Carbohydrate 32.27 g 12%
- Total Fat 4.99 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 1.33 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.05 g High --
- Cholesterol 45.11 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 1140.72 mg High 50%
- Dietary Fiber 13.27 g Good Source 47%
- Total Sugars 16.98 g --
- Added Sugars 12.42 g High 25%
- Calcium 46.86 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 2.87 mg Moderate 16%
- Potassium 541.73 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 46.02 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 12.05 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Jana's Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup is an American dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Bone In Ham, Carrot, and Celery. Each serving provides about 231.51 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup?
- It is an American soup recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Bone-In Ham, Carrot, Celery, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 13 is above.
- What goes well with Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup?
- About 1 hr in total: 15 mins to prepare and 45 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 231.51 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup healthy?
- Jana’s Instant Pot Lentil and Ham Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 53/100. Per serving, it provides 231.51 calories and 18.52 g of protein, or 37% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1140.72 mg (50% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 1.33 g (7% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 12.42 g (25% of the Daily Value). It contains Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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