Sorry immersion blender, but mine slow cooker is my go-to kitchen gadget. The classic and unpretentious crockery was the first tool that completely changed the way I spent my time in the kitchen. Suddenly, with a little preparation and with the push of a few buttons, my weekdays were about 1000 times more interesting. But in my search for easy vegetarian recipes, here’s what I found instead: whole lotta meat.
Don’t get me wrong: I love delicious shredded chicken and nothing beats pork. But while I don’t specify for any particular way of eating (taste and appetite is sufficient for me), I am a vegetarian. And with spring on the wayI want all the green goodness I can get.
So again: easy vegetarian recipes. I turned the internet upside down to find these plant-based delights. They include a variety of meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Throw a few ingredients together in the morning and let your technology do its (beautiful, magical) thing. I can’t stress it enough — from author: easy.
Featured image of Tieghan Gerard.
Slow cooked granola from the chef asked
Why we love it: When it comes to breakfast, I lean towards sweets. Smoothies, oatmeal, chia pudding – so many options. And while I love making a big batch of granola on the weekends, I don’t love all the bowls and pots my commute recipe calls for. So, if you don’t feel like tackling your Sunday afternoon stack of dishes (anyone?), give this genius method a try.
Hero composition: Controversial, but I’ll say it anyway: Pecans are the best nut for granola, and well, anything.
Get the recipe for Slow Cooked Granola.
Slow Cooked Overnight Oats in Steel Cut from Well Plated Erin
Why we love it: I mentioned my love of oatmeal above, but I should reveal how intense my passion for the morning meal is. It’s warmth, comfort and exactly what I wanted here. It’s a simple recipe to make, but with your slow cooker, you can make it in your sleep – literally. .
Hero composition: Instant, rolled, quick-cook or steel-cut oats? With so many options, it’s hard to choose. In this recipe, steel cutting is the way to go. They’re less processed than other oats, have a hearty texture, nutty flavor, and *the bonus* of keeping you fuller for longer.
Get the recipe for Overnight slow cooker steel cut oats.
Sweet potato stuffed with black beans 5 ingredients from lifelong food
Why we love it: In my book, sweet potatoes can’t go wrong. There are countless ways to make an already delicious root dish even more addicting. Use as a prepare for toast, Roast them until crispygrind them (with marshmallows, please)… but my favorite way? Let them soften completely in the slow cooker and stuff them with all the best fillings. A complete comfort meal, made simply.
Hero composition: While you do have the creative freedom to choose your own fillings, it has to be said: sour cream or bust cake.
Get the recipe for Sweet potato stuffed with black beans 5 ingredients.
Lentil soup with coconut, spinach and lemon from The First Mess
Why we love it: The perfect dish that combines beautiful presentation and undeniable deliciousness. An example is this lentil soup. Even though we’re almost out of the woods when it comes to winter, I have to admit: I could eat this soup any time of year. With a wide range of spices, it warms up without feeling too heavy. Plus, the ingredient list pertains to almost all of the pantry staples. So you can start doing it right now….
Hero composition: Anti-inflammatory, lightly scented and capable of giving any dish a beautiful golden hue, turmeric will always come out on top.
Get the recipe for Lentil soup with coconut, spinach and lemon.
Slow Cooker Thai Hazelnut Butter Curry Sauce from Half Baked Harvest
Why we love it: I like my curry spicy, sweet and full of rich sauce. And while I almost always reserve my currying routine for weekends or takeaways, the reality is that this recipe only requires a little more than tossing your ingredients in the kettle. which means Monday dinner turns out to be magical. Every bite has a rich flavor, but with lots of vegetables and aromatics, you’ll be satisfied when you serve it right on the track.
Hero composition: Pomegranates add color and crunch to the fruit. Brilliant.
Get the recipe for Slow Cook Thai Hazelnut Butter Curry.
1-Pot Vegan Minestrone from Minimalist Baker
Why we love it: If you’re familiar with Minestrone, you know that making it from scratch takes a little more work than preparing it from the can (or ordering it from Olive Garden, for that matter). Simplify with your slow cooker and get ready to enjoy a super thick (but vegan!) version of the Italian classic. Put the spoon away.
Hero composition: I love the little nutritional rich yeast added to the pot — and to every bowl.
Get the recipe for 1-Pot Vegan Minestrone.
Ratatouille slow cooker from Eat bird food
Why we love it: Ratatouille is the epitome of summer. Featuring a rainbow of vegetables that are always freshest and taste best during the warmer months, it’s a celebration of summer’s bounty. Honestly, I love eating it as it is, but for a more filling meal, try serving it over a whole grain (rice or quinoa works perfectly) or tossing it with your favorite protein.
Hero composition: Adding basil at the end will create a splash of fresh green that will brighten the whole dish.
Get the recipe for Ratatouille slow cooker.
Healthier Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Vegetable Soup from Half Naked Harvest
Why we love it: Maybe it’s just me, but I find myself repeating “creamy tortellini” over and over in my head as I assemble the ingredients of this simple yet beautiful meal. It’s slightly more nutty than the other recipes listed here, but it’s full of greens, veggies, and even tastier. Also, serve it hot: Any recipe that tastes better the next day deserves a gold star.
Hero composition: Fresh tortellini with cheese, please.
Get the recipe for Healthier Slow Cooker Creamy Tortellini Vegetable Soup.
Easy Baked Feta Spaghetti From I Am A Food Blog
Why we love it: While it’s no longer trending on TikTok, the noodle dish that has taken the Internet by storm deserves a special place in all of our digital recipe boxes (and hearts). Even before feta became a social media star in 2020, I loved cheese for its crunchy, salty taste. Bake it with two quarts of cherry tomatoes and a splash of healthy olive oil? Even better. This recipe offers a slow cooker option to maximize creaminess.
Hero composition: There’s really no other choice—it’s fetch for me.
Get the recipe for Easy Baked Feta Pasta.
Golden Chana Masala from The First Mess
Why we love it: When flavors and colors collide, beautiful things happen. A perfect example is this Chana Masala. As noted in the recipe, this dish is a bit more processed than the traditional version, but with the oven-heated flatbreads served alongside it, that’s the essence of rustic comfort. desert and countryside.
Hero composition: Am I the only one counting down the days until tomato season begins? Many similar recipes draw on the beauty of ripe reds for a rich, juicy flavor. But in this recipe, the slightly less sweet yellow heirloom varieties steal the show.
Get the recipe for Golden Chana Masala.
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