45 Vegan Instant Pot Recipes You’ve Gotta Try

If you love easy dinners and big flavor, you are going to be so excited about these vegan instant pot recipes. This list of 45+ ideas is packed with cozy soups, hearty mains, quick weeknight meals, and total comfort food favorites. Your pressure cooker does most of the work while you kick back or get other things done. It’s simple, it’s fun, and it makes plant-based cooking feel almost effortless.

Whether you’re brand new to the Instant Pot or already use it on repeat, there is something here you’ll want to try ASAP. You’ll find budget-friendly staples like beans and rice, meal prep heroes, and dinners that taste like they simmered all day. All of the recipes use easy-to-find ingredients and clear steps.

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What Is An Instant Pot?

Think of an Instant Pot as your super handy kitchen sidekick that can do almost everything. It cooks meals much faster than traditional methods, which means less waiting and more eating. With pressure cooking, slow cooking, sautéing, and more, it handles multiple jobs in one simple pot. You can skip long hours at the stove and enjoy quick, delicious meals any night of the week!

Instant Pot Benefits

Why do we all love the Instant Pot so much? It saves us:

• Time. You don’t have to babysit your pot at all. Put in your food and come back when it’s done!
• Money. Instead of buying pre-made dinners, you can make more healthy, homemade meals for a fraction of the cost.
• Sanity. When in doubt, just throw in a few chopped veggies, bring in some broth (or even water), and maybe a cupful of pasta or a whole grains. No need to follow a fancy recipe or run yourself ragged trying to find fancy ingredients.

Which Model Instant Pot Should You Get

Regardless of the model you choose, all Instant Pot models offer the convenience and time-saving benefits of pressure cooking. Here are some recommendations:

• Instant Pot Duo: The Duo is the classic, beginner-friendly model that does it all, including pressure cooking, slow cooking, sautéing, steaming, rice, and yogurt. It’s usually available in 3-, 6-, and 8-quart sizes with a simple stainless steel finish, making it perfect for everyday cooking without extra bells and whistles.
• Instant Pot Duo Plus: The Duo Plus upgrades the classic model with a nicer display, a cooking progress bar, and extra programs like sous vide and sterilize. It typically comes in 3-, 6-, and 8-quart sizes in stainless steel and gives you a few more features while still being easy to use.
• Instant Pot Rio: The Rio has a sleek, modern look and simple controls, and it usually comes in 6-quart and wider 7.5-quart sizes. It handles all the core functions like pressure cook, sauté, steam, rice, yogurt, and slow cook, but with a fresh design and easy interface.
• Instant Pot Pro Plus: The Pro Plus is the high-tech option with Wi-Fi control through an app, and it’s typically available in a 6-quart size with a stainless steel finish. It includes advanced features, precise controls, and all the standard cooking functions, making it great for cooks who love smart kitchen gadgets.

The Best Vegan Instant Pot Recipes

Nearly every day we hear from readers lamenting about their Instant Pot that’s still in its original box collecting dust. Some are not sure what to make in it and others feel too intimidated to start. Friends, we hear you loud and clear—this recipe round-up is for you!

Vegan Stew

Need an easy and delicious vegan stew? Look no further, because we’ve discovered the ultimate vegan stew recipe! The rich flavors and mouthwatering aromas will get your mouth watering as the stew simmers in your Instant Pot. Your taste buds will be begging for more!

Barley Vegetable Soup

This sensational soup recipe from Plant Based On a Budget is a great place to start. The combination of barley, vegetable broth, and a bowl full of vegetables brings us a sense of peace and nourishment. Think of savoring the coziest soup you can imagine while cuddled up with your favorite book (or vegan cookbook!) and a comfy blanket. The perfect weekend meal for maximum health and well-being. Yum!

Apple Butter

Once you make a batch of apple butter, you’ll never be the same again. Sweet Simple Vegan has come up with a scrumptious Instant Pot recipe! It’s not only free of refined sugar, but also has the most beautiful brown color, like a creamy, rich vegan caramel. Add to toast, waffles, pancakes, or even baked oatmeal! You’ll wonder how you ever lived without it!

Minestrone Soup

Though both gluten-free and oil-free, this soup packs in such a fantastic flavor. Veggiekins has come up with the most mouthwatering recipe for minestrone soup. Chock full of colorful veggies, a rich tomato base, and paired with vegan-friendly pasta. Amazingly appetizing for all ages and especially when served with some crusty cornbread muffins.

Homemade Almond Milk Yogurt

Savor the deliciousness of homemade creamy vegan almond milk yogurt! It’s a yummy treat that is effortless using an Instant Pot thanks to My Quiet Kitchen. With just 5 simple ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, you can create this tangy and almond yogurt. Allow it to culture overnight, and awaken to a perfectly tangy and nourishing almond yogurt!

Vegan Dal

Who doesn’t love Dal? This super easy and enjoyable recipe by Two Spoons is our new favorite! With its wholesome ingredients, aromatic spices, and stew-like consistency, it just begs to be part of your budget-friendly meal routine. Dal is not only delicious, but it is full of protein, fiber, and flavor. Such a satisfying staple–your stomach will sing its praises!

Twice-Baked Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are the best! Having them twice-baked is almost like doubling the deliciousness. We’re so lucky that Plantifully Based recreates this popular potato recipe for us in such an easy way. This recipe uses all of the best toppings just like the original, but without any animal products or artery-clogging ingredients. A win-win!

White Chili

If you’re sensitive to tomatoes, but you love chili, this recipe is for you! MegUnprocessed features a fabulous recipe that substitutes cashew cream for crushed tomatoes. It still includes all of the ingredients that you love about chili, such as beans, onions, garlic, and peppers. She even includes a stovetop version, if you don’t own an Instant Pot. Super satisfying and also helps to avoid acid reflux. Yes!

Pasta With Vegan Meatballs

We might be biased, but our Instant Pot pasta recipe can’t be beat. Just throw in three ingredients: dry pasta, pasta sauce, and veggie meatballs with a jar of water. Presto—your delightful dinner is done! Only one pan to clean and you have the rest of the night to cuddle with your loved ones. So simple and so easy in just half an hour!

Vegan Refried Beans

Sorry (not sorry), but we had to share our other fabulous vegan Instant Pot recipe. Making beans from scratch is definitely a great way to cutting down on extra waste. Refried beans made in a pressure cooker are much healthier than canned versions. They’re also a lot cheaper and over-the-top tasty!

Instant Pot Potato Leek Soup

Indulge in the luxuriousness of this Instant Pot potato leek soup! This recipe from Vegan Huggs is velvety, creamy, and utterly satisfying! Ideal for busy weeknights, this soup can be ready in no time!

Mashed Potatoes

This three-ingredient-only recipe for marvelous mashed potatoes by Plant You is incredible. It’s not only whole food and plant-based, but also oil-free! How can you go wrong with such a super simple, creamy classic? We love that you can have fluffy mashed potatoes at any time of year with barely any effort. Hooray!

Instant Pot Bean Soup

Experience the wholesome goodness of this Instant Pot Bean Soup from Evergreen Kitchen. This nourishing blend of navy beans, fresh vegetables, Italian seasoning, and refreshing lemon is bright and delightful. Choosing dried beans increases the richness of this soup, and the best part is you can skip the pre-soaking step!

Cilantro Lime Rice

This recipe for cilantro rice from From My Bowl is one of the easiest vegan Instant Pot recipes ever! All you need to do is toss in your ingredients and cook the rice on high pressure for 22 minutes. Go ahead and serve with quesadillas, tostadas, and more!

Instant Pot Vegan Chili

Experience the ultimate comfort on chilly days with a generous bowl of hearty chili! Using this method is easy and leaves you free from kitchen stress. This Instant Pot vegan chili by Eat Plant-Based is a breeze to make and brims with a plethora of nourishing and wholesome ingredients, ensuring a healthy and satisfying meal.

Strawberry Rhubarb Compote

Level up your breakfast game with this super easy vegan Instant Pot recipe for strawberry rhubarb compote! With only four ingredients needed, you just need a few minutes before you’re on your way to a life filled with this sweet (and very pretty) compote. Smother onto pancakes, enjoy with ice cream, or just scoop straight from the jar!

Instant Pot Coconut Chickpea Curry

Elevate your busy weekdays with the convenience and flavors of Instant Pot coconut chickpea curry—a creamy vegan curry by Piping Pot Curry. Crafted using essential pantry ingredients, this one-pot meal, complete with pot-in-pot brown rice, offers a truly satisfying and nourishing dining experience.

Vegan Breakfast Sausage

If you’ve ever wanted to make your own vegan breakfast sausage but were afraid to try, then this recipe from My Quiet Kitchen is for you! Once you’ve blended up your ingredients such as vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour and formed your sausages, the Instant Pot will cook them to perfection! They’ll keep up to 5 days in the fridge or up to 1 to 2 months in the freezer!

Vegan Soy Yogurt

Have you ever wanted to make your own vegan yogurt? Well thanks to this recipe by The Hidden Veggies, you can go forth with confidence! You’ll just need unsweetened soy milk and some cultures to start and then you’ll be on your way to amazing yogurt every day!

Get ready for ultra-cheesy comfort in minutes with this Instant Pot vegan mac and cheese from The Cheeky Chickpea! It whips up rich, creamy, pasta-loaded goodness that tastes amazing, takes almost no time, and even kids will cheer for seconds.

Instant Pot Rice Pilaf

Indulge in the convenience of Instant Pot vegetable rice pilaf—an incredibly easy-to-prepare side dish that demands only a few minutes of prep time. Running on Real Food shows us how in just 40 minutes you’ll be able to relish this wholesome and nutritious accompaniment to elevate your meal.

Vegan Cajun Pasta

Discover the sheer simplicity and incredible flavors of this Instant Pot Cajun pasta recipe—a vegan rendition that rivals the original. With its versatility, you can effortlessly customize the spice level to your preference.

Spinach Rice and Chickpeas

Effortlessly prepare spinach rice and chickpeas—a flavorful combination of beans and grains swiftly prepared in the Instant Pot thanks to Veggie Inspired. Whether served as a main course or as a side dish alongside a heartier meal, this dish promises to impress. From start to finish, it requires under 30 minutes, ensuring a quick and satisfying meal.

Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup

Savor the ideal dinner solution for busy weeknights with this Instant Pot cauliflower soup by Vegan Heaven. It’s vegan, incredibly simple to prepare, healthy, and undeniably comforting! A family favorite that guarantees satisfaction.

Vegan Instant Pot Portobello Pot Roast

Indulge in the ultimate one-pot family meal—the Vegan Instant Pot Portobello Pot Roast from A Virtual Vegan! Meaty portobello mushrooms are accompanied by melt-in-your-mouth vegetables and a lusciously thick, flavorful gravy. Not only does it taste amazing, but it’s also incredibly easy, quick, and convenient, requiring minimal clean-up.

Korean-Inspired Red Lentils in the Instant Pot

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant flavors of Korean BBQ with these seasoned red lentils prepared effortlessly in the Instant Pot. Veggie Fun Kitchen shows how to prepare them with ease in your pressure cooker and serve them over steamed rice, vegetables, or roasted potatoes for a flavorful, wholesome, and plant-based dish.

Easy Smoky Lentil Sloppy Joes

These vegan Lentil Sloppy Joes are a comfort classic! Use either an Instant Pot, slow cooker, or stove top. This delicious vegan Sloppy Joe mix is smokey and perfectly seasoned. It’s great served on buns with vegan coleslaw or made into a loaded sweet potato.

Vegan Wild Rice Soup in the Instant Pot

Experience the creamy and comforting delight of Vegan Wild Rice Soup from Veggies Save The Day—an homage to the beloved Minnesota classic, crafted using wholesome plant-based ingredients. You can make this nourishing soup either in an Instant Pot or on the stove.

Moong Masoor Dal

For a creamy and comforting meal, this moong masoor dal by My Plantiful Cooking is the answer! A dish that is both naturally vegan and abundant in protein and fiber, prepare this wholesome meal with ease, whether you choose to use the Instant Pot or the stove.

Vegan Split Pea Soup

For an effortlessly prepared, flavorful, and hearty meal in the Instant Pot, try this Vegan Split Pea Soup. Enhance its charm with smoky tempeh crumbles and accompany it with a slice of crusty bread. Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this craveable soup.

Vegan Burrito Bowl with Quinoa

Discover the ultimate weeknight dinner: a vegan burrito bowl featuring quinoa. This dish is not only incredibly easy to prepare but also boasts a healthy dose of protein. It also caters to both vegan and gluten-free diets.

Instant Pot Vegetable Biryani

Easily enjoy the authentic and aromatic flavors of vegetable biryani with this instant pot version! This rice dish with a luscious creamy base and an abundance of flavorful vegetables comes together with ease in just 20 minutes!

Instant Pot Thai Pineapple Fried Rice

Get ready to enjoy a restaurant-style Thai pineapple fried rice with this effortless Instant Pot recipe. Combine a medley of vegetables with juicy and sweet pineapple chunks, and a perfectly balanced spice blend. Even the pickiest eaters will find themselves devouring their veggies with this tasty fried rice recipe!

Instant Pot Vegan Chicken Noodle Soup

Experience the heartiness, comfort, and deliciousness of this Instant Pot vegan chicken noodle soup—an equally satisfying alternative to the classic version. Crafted with simple ingredients, this recipe serves as the perfect go-to for quick and easy dinners or those sick days when you need a nourishing meal.

Instant Pot Tomato Bisque from Scratch

If you have an abundance of ripe tomatoes on hand, this Instant Pot tomato bisque is the perfect solution! Utilize those surplus pounds of tomatoes and create a delicious dinner.

Instant Pot Jackfruit Pulled “Pork”

Unlock the simplicity of preparing an Instant Pot jackfruit pulled pork—a culinary delight that surpasses expectations. Whether you’re craving jackfruit pulled “pork” tacos (also known as Carnitas) or irresistible jackfruit pulled “pork” sandwiches, this recipe will guide you towards creating the most remarkable vegan pulled pork experience.

Instant Pot Vegan Black Bean Soup

This black bean soup is so flavorful and perfect for chilly days! Go from dried to super soft and delicious black beans in just over an hour thanks to the Instant Pot!

Instant Pot Applesauce

Whisk yourself away to a realm of smooth and silky sugar-free applesauce, effortlessly created in mere minutes using the Instant Pot!

Perfect Quinoa

This Instant Pot quinoa recipe from Simply CeeCee shows you how to make perfectly light and fluffy quinoa with almost zero effort. It’s quick, beginner-friendly, and turns this healthy, plant-packed grain into a tasty base for bowls, salads, and more!

Easy Instant Pot Pasta

Vegan Instant Pot pasta from Nutriciously is a colorful, veggie-packed one-pot dinner that cooks up super fast and tastes like pure comfort food. It’s got mushrooms, eggplant, spinach and marinara vibes all cooked right in the pot, so you get big flavor with barely any dishes to wash!

Indo-Chinese Corn Soup

This Indonesian and Chinese-inspired corn soup from Beautiful Ingredient is a cozy, veggie-rich Instant Pot soup with sweet corn, carrots and gentle spice that cooks in about 25 minutes. It’s warming, full of flavor, and perfect for a simple plant-based lunch or dinner you’ll want again and again!

Instant Pot Vegan Risotto

This vegan Instant Pot risotto from Vegan Dollhouse is a super cozy, creamy dinner that uses split pea soup to boost flavor and keep things rich without dairy. It’s easy to make, takes almost no hands-on time, and gives you big, comforting bowls you’ll want on weeknights!

Vegan Instant Pot Tortellini Soup

Cookilicious’ Instant Pot vegan tortellini soup recipe is a cozy, hearty bowl of tomato-based goodness packed with tender vegan tortellini, beans, greens, and herbs—all ready in about 30 minutes. It’s super easy to throw together, full of big flavor, and perfect for a warm weeknight meal that feels like a hug in a bowl!

Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

This cozy, sweet Instant Pot vegan butternut squash soup from The Viet Vegan bursts with rich squash, sweet potato, carrots, and warm spices that blend into silky goodness. It’s comforting, simple to make, and perfect for cool nights when you want big flavor with almost no fuss!

Instant Pot Vegan Gumbo

Wow — this vegan gumbo recipe from The Edgy Veg brings all the bold Cajun vibes with rich spices, hearty veggies, smoky veggie sausage and tender jackfruit in every spoonful. It’s full of flavor, comes together faster than you’d expect, and delivers a cozy bowl that feels like a Louisiana celebration at home!