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
- 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
- Protein 18.52 g Good Source
- Carbs 32.27 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.99 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.33 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.05 g High
- Cholesterol 45.11 mg Moderate
- Sodium 1140.72 mg High
- Fiber 13.27 g Good Source
- Sugar 16.98 g High
- Added Sugar 12.42 g High
- Calcium 45.8 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.87 mg Moderate
- Potassium 541.73 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 53.13 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 12.42 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
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.
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