Put your instant pot to saute mode. Add in onion, pepper and oil. Saute until veggies are soft.
Add remaining ingredients except cheese.
Put lid on Instant Pot, Use the manual mode, select pressure, high pressure and 15 minutes.
Once 15 minutes has passed and the Instant Pot beeps, carefully move the valve to release the pressure.
Once released, open the pot, stir in cheese.
Pour into bowls and top with your favorite garnish, such as tortilla chips, cilantro, green onions, sour cream, etc
ENJOY!
Notes
Stove Top Directions: In a pot over medium heat, add oil. Next add onion and pepper and saute until soft. Next add remaining ingredients, except cheese. Bring to a bowl. Then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer soup for 25 minutes or until lentils are cooked and soft. Stir in cheese and serve!