It may be summer, but that doesn’t mean you have to store away your Instant Pot until fall. It turns out many of your favorite summer foods can be cooked in, well, an instant when using your handy pressure cooker. The shorter cooking time means you won’t have to leave the stove or oven on for long, heating up your house, which is always a bonus when the temperatures start creeping up.
The Instant Pot is great for cooking meat, whether that’s pulled pork or ribs. When you don’t have a grill (or are tired of your ribs coming out tough after grilling), it’s nice to have an alternative way to enjoy your summer barbecue favorites. You can also cook ingredients for salads and beverages in the Instant Pot, saving you valuable time so you can spend your days enjoying the beautiful weather instead of sweating away in the kitchen.
Get your Instant Pot back out from the cupboard and get ready to cook up these summer favorites.
Instant Pot Bruschetta Chicken
This bright, fresh chicken dish comes together in just 10 minutes. Serve it with zucchini noodles for a low-carb meal that'll keep you energized even when the weather heats up.
Instant Pot Mediterranean Potato Salad
No summer picnic or barbecue is complete without potato salad. This Mediterranean version is made in the Instant Pot and loaded with flavorful ingredients like olives, feta cheese and capers.
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Sliders
Make a big batch of these barbecue chicken sliders, bring them to the picnic, and get ready to be everyone's favorite person there.
Healthy Shrimp Tacos
Succulent shrimp and a salsa made from sweet mangos, fresh cucumbers and lots of fresh cilantro make for tacos you'll enjoy all summer long. Add some tangy avocado-Greek yogurt sauce on top for a touch of creaminess that'll make you want to keep eating.
Instant Pot Korean Baby Back Ribs
Tender barbecue ribs are a prime delicacy of summer, but it's a lot easier to make sure they're actually tender when you cook them in the Instant Pot instead of on the grill. Opt for a Korean flavor profile and get ready to stuff yourself silly with salty, sweet and spicy meat.
Instant Pot Beet Hummus
Make a batch of this creamy beet hummus, and you'll have something delicious to scoop up with your favorite seasonal crudités.
Instant Pot Carnitas Lettuce Wraps
Crispy, savory, tender and juicy, these Instant Pot carnitas have it all. Tuck the meat into lettuce wraps with crunchy radishes and cilantro for a light but satisfying summer meal.
Instant Pot Collard Greens
It's just not a barbecue without collard greens. This recipe is equal parts spicy and smoky thanks to the inclusion of jalapeños and bacon.
Instant Pot Cauliflower Rice Greek Chicken Bowls
Eaten hot or cold, these low-carb Greek chicken bowls are full of vibrant flavors. Use farmers market tomatoes and cucumbers to really send it over the top.
Instant Pot Mint Simple Syrup
Make a batch of this mint simple syrup to add a little sweetness to all your favorite summer drinks, from lemonade to ice tea.
Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin With Pineapple-Ancho BBQ
Sweet and spicy homemade pineapple-ancho barbecue sauce transforms this Instant Pot pork loin into a hearty summer meal. Serve it with pineapple margaritas and pretend you're on vacation.
Instant Pot Steamed Artichokes
Pressure cooking artichokes renders them perfectly tender and ready to be dipped in lemony aioli, preferably while sitting on the patio with friends.
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