20+ Easy Vegan Instant Pot Recipes (2024)

Simple, tried, tested, and reliable plant-based Instant Pot recipes your whole family will love.

From breakfast, snacks, and lunch, all the way to dinner, this list of impressive, but easy, vegan pressure cooker recipes ranges from soup, pasta, mains, and even yogurt! Keep reading for all the recipes!

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Whether you're:

  • a beginner to vegan Instant Pot cooking
  • a seasoned pro when it comes to using your Instant Pot, or
  • looking for some trustworthy vegan recipes for your Instant Pot...

...then you're going to want to bookmark this page and/or pin it to Pinterest!

The list of reliable vegan Instant Pot recipes below is for everyone, no matter if you're vegan, vegetarian, you like to add plant-based meals to your weekly rotation, or you just want some really good IP recipes.

We can never have too many delicious and easy vegan recipes in our collections, right?

Below, you'll find high-protein vegan Instant Pot recipes, vegan Instant Pot dump-and-go recipes, recipes for busy weeknights, side dishes, soups, and more!

About the Instant Pot...

It does take a little getting used to cooking with the Instant Pot, but once you get the hang of it, you'll be a pro in no time and using it to make many of your meals (like me!).

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This magical pressure cooking machine can do so many things, including cooking all of the best stews, soups, side dishes, rice, and even desserts in record time.

If you do buy this for someone, you may also want to get them a cookbook specifically written for cooking in the Instant Pot since there is a tiny learning curve to working with this machine. Find a list of the best ones here.

Note that there are several different models of the Instant Pot, I own thethe Duo 6-quart 9-in-1 (you can see it in this Amazon link, and that's it in the picture above).

What's the Best Instant Pot for Vegans?

There's no answer to this question, which one you buy will depend on how many you're cooking for and how many features you want the pot to have.

The one shown above is what I own and it's perfect for my family. It's large enough to make meals plus leftovers for lunch the next day and has many features that I haven't even explored yet (but will!).

Where to Find Vegan Instant Pot Recipes

One of the first things I did after buying my Instant Pot was order a recipe book to go along with it.

There are many great vegan Instant Pot recipe books out there, but to make it easy for you, I've put together my favourites here.

I also searched online for meatless Instant Pot recipes to try and I asked a few fellow food blogger friends for the best vegan Instant Pot recipes they would suggest to a newbie, and these are the recipes they recommended.

All of the recipes below are tried-and-true recipes, and of course, they're all delicious! They're also all vegan (so suitable for those who are vegetarian), and naturally gluten-free.

Before you make any of the following recipes, make it easy on yourself...be sure to carefully read all of the recipe instructions before making anything and to follow those instructions exactly as they're written.

Easy Vegan Recipes for Your Instant Pot

I'll update this post as I find and try new recipes and develop my own, so bookmark this page and keep checking back. All of the recipes below are

Is there a vegan Instant Pot recipe you've tried and love? Let me know about it in the comments! Now here are some of the best vegan recipes for the Instant Pot!

Vegan Instant Pot Breakfast Recipes

Banana Steel Cut Oats

Easy, delicious, and warm banana steel cut oats that taste like banana bread! This Instant Pot steel cut oats recipe can be made in your Instant Pot pressure cooker or on the stove top.

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Apple Spice Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats

Hearty Apple Spice Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats make the perfect easy, warm, and delicious breakfast for cold days. Just throw the ingredients in, set it and your tasty oats will be ready in no time!

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Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats

Easy pumpkin steel cut oats recipe you can make in your Instant Pot pressure cooker or on the stove top. It's perfectly spiced and ideal for chilly mornings.

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Instant Pot Soy Yogurt

If you’re looking for an Instant Pot vegan yogurt recipe, then this easy Instant Pot soy yogurt is one to try.

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Note that some Instant Pot models don’t have the yogurt function, so research before committing (the one I link to above DOES have the yogurt function).

Chocolate Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats

It doesn’t get any simpler than 4-ingredients! And who can say no to having chocolate for breakfast?! Treat yourself tomorrow morning with Chocolate Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats!

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Vegan Meals for Your Instant Pot

Hearty Vegan Mushroom Stew

This quick and easy vegan mushroom stew is hearty & delicious, and will become a new favourite family meal. It can be made in your Instant Pot or stove top!

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Smoky Lentil Sloppy Joes

Delicious, easy lentil sloppy joes that can be made in your Instant Pot, slow cooker, or on the stovetop. Instructions for all methods are included!

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Vegan Chili Mac

If you’re looking for a quick, simple, filling family-friendly plant-based dinner idea, then this vegan chili mac recipe is for you. Not only is it filled with hearty ingredients, it’s also delicious, meatless, dairy-free, vegetarian AND gluten-free (if you use gluten free macaroni!). Try this easy vegan dinner recipe this week, it may just become a new fave!

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Vegan Instant Pot Chili

Many of us make chili in our slow cookers, but now you can make it even quicker in your pressure cooker.

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One-Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

You can have this easy, tasty vegan one-pot cheesy taco pasta on the table in under 30-minutes! It's loaded with flavour, needs just a handful of simple ingredients, and can be made in your Instant Pot or on the stovetop.

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Mexican Quinoa Bowl

This recipe is loaded with so many good-for-you ingredients and can be ready to serve in just 30-minutes.

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Instant Pot Vegan Soup Recipes

Vegan Cauliflower Soup

A creamy vegan cauliflower soup you can make in either your Instant Pot or on the stove top (instructions for both methods are included!) This easy dairy-free and vegetarian soup recipe is easy to make, delicious, and is filled with wholesome ingredients. It can be served for either dinner or lunch and you can garnish it any way you like!

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Instant Pot Wild Rice Soup

Soup is perfect for a chilly day and this one is a must-try (even if it’s not a chilly day!). It's filled with wild rice, chickpeas and more!

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Curried Instant Pot Split Pea Soup

An easy-to-make Curried Instant Pot Split Pea soup that's perfect for lunches and dinner. This delicious soup can also be made on your stove top, instructions on how to do that are included.

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Instant Pot Golden Lentil and Spinach Soup

Who doesn’t love a warm lentil soup to cozy up with? This one is perfect for busy weeknights and comes together in just 30-minutes.

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Vegan Side Dishes for Your Instant Pot

How to Make Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes

This is the quickest, easiest, no-fail way to make Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes! Your sweet potatoes will always be smooth, creamy, & quicker than baking.

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Instant Pot Coconut Jasmine Rice

All you need is four ingredients for this simple (but delicious!) vegan side dish.

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Instant Pot Potato Carrot Medley

Add this Instant Pot Potato Carrot Medley to your Instant Pot vegetable recipes list! It takes just 30-minutes to cook and the result is perfectly tender veggies, ready to be served!

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Instant Pot Jamaican Rice and Peas

A taste of the islands is less than an hour away when you make this Jamaican Rice and Peas dish that can be served alongside your favourite curry and vegetable dishes.

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Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes with Fried Onions and Bacon

What you’ll love about this side dish is that it's easy to prepare because there’s no need to dice up the potatoes. Just put the whole potatoes into your Instant Pot and follow the directions. While they cook, dice up some vegan bacon, measure out your fried onions, and you’re set!

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Instant Pot Black Beans

Black beans are so versatile and can be added to many recipes. Burritos, soups, stews, salads, buddha bowls and so much more. Make a batch of these black beans and have them ready in the fridge for when a recipe calls. These Instant Pot black beans cook up in just 20-minutes (not including the pre-soaking time!)

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Do you have any favourite Instant Pot plant-based recipes that you make in your pressure cooker? Please tell me about your favourite Instant Pot recipes for vegans (and everyone else, too!) in the comments below!

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This post was originally published on December 20, 2017 and was republished in December 2019 to add even more vegan plant-based Instant Pot recipes!

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FAQs

Which Instant Pot is best for vegans? ›

The Instant Pot Duo is a fantastic choice that's packed with every conceivable feature. Go with a the three quart unit if you're just cooking for one or two people. If you have a larger family, buy either the six or eight quart model.

What foods should not be cooked in an Instant Pot? ›

6 Things You Should Never Cook in an Instant Pot
  1. Creamy Sauces. If there's one food group you should avoid in the Instant Pot, it's dairy. ...
  2. Fried Chicken. The best fried chicken is crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside and perfectly golden brown. ...
  3. Cookies. ...
  4. Burgers. ...
  5. Pie. ...
  6. Steak.

Is there anything you can't cook in an Instant Pot? ›

Among them are dairy and fried foods, as well as burgers and steaks. These foods are not Instant-Pot-friendly for a multitude of reasons. And while Instant Pots are a useful tool when baking cheesecake, custard, or mousse, it's definitely not the best method for other types of desserts.

Is an Instant Pot worth it for vegetarians? ›

This popular countertop appliance can handle everything from healthy meals to cozy soups with ease, making it our go-to for breakfast, lunch or dinner. And, while the Instant Pot might evoke images of beefy stews or meaty, pressure-cooked dishes, it's just as useful for vegetarian recipes.

What are the best vegan fast food options? ›

Vegan Fast Food Options
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill. Chipotle flagship offering is inspired by the giant delicious burritos sold in San Francisco's Mission District. ...
  • Taco Bell. ...
  • Qdoba. ...
  • Burger King. ...
  • Taco Del Mar. ...
  • Del Taco. ...
  • Carl's Jr. ...
  • White Castle.

Why shouldn't potatoes be cooked in a pressure cooker? ›

Mostly we boil potatoes in a pressure cooker, but like rice, potatoes also contain a lot of starch. This is the reason why boiling or cooking in this pressure cooker is not considered good for health. If you still plan to use cooker for the same, add a lot of water and wash them thoroughly post cooking.

Why shouldn't dal be cooked in a pressure cooker? ›

But did you know that pressure-cooking dal comes with its fair share of controversies? You heard that right! According to some articles doing the rounds on social media, pressure-cooked dal is linked to joint pain and other health problems.

Did Instapot fail? ›

A few years and one pandemic later, the company filed for bankruptcy on Monday, weighed down by more than $500 million in debt after years of supply-chain chaos and limited success expanding the Instant brand into other categories of household gadgetry.

What is the best meat to cook in a pressure cooker? ›

You can still pressure cook leaner pieces – like eye of round and top sirloin – but these work best if they've been stuffed, shredded or rolled (with other ingredients). Best cuts of beef to use: Chuck steak, Round Roast, Shoulder, Pot roast, Ribs, Brisket, Oxtail.

Do chefs use Instant Pots? ›

They are most commonly used in industrial settings to quickly prepare meat or stocks. However, in most scenarios, Elite Chefs avoid using pressure cookers because they provide less control over the final dish. Chefs often prefer slow cooking techniques that accentuate and pull out the flavors of the food.

Are Instant Pots safe to eat from? ›

Yes, electric pressure cookers like the Instant Pot are generally safe and easy to use.

Do Instant Pots make meat tender? ›

Both slow cookers and pressure cookers do a good job of tenderizing tough meat, but each makes meat more edible in a different way. A pressure cooker is an enclosed pot with a lid that locks to form an airtight seal.

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