19 Ultimate Instant Pot Vegan Recipes

These Instant Pot Vegan Recipes will make your meal planning easier! From breakfast to soups and desserts, there’s something for everyone.

Vegan Instant Pot Recipes

If your days are busy and you can’t imagine how you will find time to cook vegan meals for your family, nothing compares to the ease of using an Instant Pot. Add a few ingredients into the pressure cooker, push a button or two and walk away while your dinner cooks itself! I rounded up some of my favourite Instant Pot vegan recipes, from comforting soups to delicious breakfasts and filling dinners.

Vegan Grocery List

Aside from fresh fruits and veggies, potatoes, rice, and quinoa, here are some commonly used vegan food items. Many of these are used to make the Instant Pot vegan recipes shown below. The next time you shop for groceries, add a few to your vegan grocery list.

Lentils – Whether they’re traditional or red, lentils are a great source of protein for vegans.
Nutritional Yeast – This healthy ingredient is commonly used as a vegan substitute for cheese.
Vegan Meat Crumbles – Vegan meat substitutes come in various forms. Many are made from soy, wheat gluten or pea protein.
Nut Milk – Nut milk comes in many varieties, the most popular being soy, almond and cashew.

With the vegan grocery list covered, it’s time to find some new Instant Pot vegan recipes to try! I rounded up some of my favourites that are as easy as they are delicious. And, if you’re looking for vegetarian Instant Pot recipes, I’ve got a list of them, too!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Instant Pot good for vegans?

The Instant Pot is great for vegans, and any other food preferences for that matter! You can easily cook a wide range of vegan dishes in the pressure cooker. It’s an easy and hands-off option for making your favourite plant-based recpes.

Which size should I get?

The 6-quart Instant Pot is the most popular size, and will make all the vegan recipes you see listed below. You can also check out my Instant Pot size guide to get a better idea of what size works for you.

How do you add more protein to these recipes?

These vegan Instant Pot recipes are packed with plant-based protein. If you want to add even more protein to your dish, popular vegan options include tofu, lentils, edamame, black beans, chickpeas, quinoa and more. Add one of those options based on what you’re making!

What can’t you cook in the Instant Pot?

The sky is pretty much the limit when it comes to what you can make in your Instant Pot. It has so many different functions including pressure cooking, sauté mode, slow cooking, etc., so even if you’re not pressure cooking you can still use it for pretty much any food.

Instant Pot Vegan Soups & Stews

These vegan soups and stews are perfect for curling up with on a chilly day. They’re the ultimate comforting dish made even easier in the Instant Pot!

Instant Pot Dal {Curried Lentil Stew}

This Instant Pot Dal is a hearty Indian-inspired curried lentil stew that's bursting with flavour and delicious spices – plus, it's vegan!

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