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Healthy Crock Pot Recipes for Vegetarians

If you're a vegetarian, or want to become one, there are tasty options to look into – like these healthy crock pot recipes for vegetarians.

By Amanda StamperPublished 7 years ago 4 min read
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Being a vegetarian can severely limit your options when trying to pin down a recipe for a delicious home-cooked meal. However, that doesn't mean it has to, as there are plenty of healthy choices out there — you just might have to do a little digging. And there is probably one great kitchen item you'r overlooking: the Crock Pot.

Crock Pots, or slow cookers, may not seem like the beacon of clean cooking, but it's likely because you're overlooking a boatload of healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. Crock Pots are known for slow cooking meat and chicken to perfection, but they can also work similar wonders for veggies. Vegetarians should know there are several recipes that can take their soups to the next level — and take full advantage of it.

Chili is the star when it comes to the Crock Pot, but that doesn't mean it's the only option. You can use your slow cooker to make hearty, main-course meals with so much flavor you might not believe it's vegetarian. Crock Pots are ideal for food prep for those with busy lives. Load it up in the morning, and when you return home, your meal will be ready. Give it a go -- try out one of these healthy crock pot recipes for vegetarians.

Black Bean Soup

Slow cooker black bean soup is one of the most popular and healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. Visually, it may not be the most appealing meal, but black bean soup is hearty, filling, and incredibly easy to put together in a pinch. Get the Black Bean Soup recipe here.

Quinoa Tortilla Soup

If you aren't eating quinoa, what are you waiting for? This magical grain has more protein and essential amino acids than most grains -- making it a powerful addition to your soup. And since this is a list of healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians, the protein is going to have to come from somewhere —why not quinoa? Get the Quinoa Tortilla Soup recipe here.

Butternut Squash Tortellini

Butternut squash is the perfect way to give your meal a little punch without forgetting about your health. The creamy taste makes you feel like you're indulging way more than you are, as it is among the very healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. It will make your healthy meal feel like a cheat day! Get the Butternut Squash Tortellini recipe here.

Veggie Chili and Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes are a great alternative to regular potatoes, and they really compliment the vegetarian chili. Cumin, chili powder, and cinnamon are the highlights of this spicy, smoky chili dish. Get the Veggie Chili and Sweet Potatoes recipe here.

Squash Lasagna

Ricotta and mozzarella are the backbone of this simple, rich in flavor favorite. Get rid of the tomatoes and bring in some pureed squash, and you got enough of a twist to make a classic Italian favorite -- one of the more healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. Get the Squash Lasagna recipe here.

Enchilada Quinoa

If you like Mexican food, the Enchilada Quinoa is definitely your pick of healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. This one requires almost no prep work, and a few hours later you're enjoying a cheesy enchilada that will not destroy your lifestyle. Get the Enchilada Quinoa recipe here.

Butternut Squash Soup

Butternut squash soup is a great meal to have on a cold, fall afternoon while watching a football game. Or, if you hate football, wrap yourself up in a blanket and crack a good book with this soup -- one of the warm and healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. Get the Butternut Squash Soup recipe here.

Minestrone Soup

Minestrone soup is loaded with beans, veggies, and pasta, making it one of the tastier offerings on this list of healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. However, give yourself some prep time with this one, as it takes a little bit of preparation and care. But minestrone soup is more than worth it, and it makes a great meal after a long day out in the cold. Get the Minestrone Soup Recipe here.

Wild Rice Casserole

An easy side dish to prepare in your slow cooker is wild rice casserole. Cooking it only requires onions, celery, rice, cheese, butter, and mushrooms. Mix it up, place a cover on it, and six to ten hours later, you've got one of the more appetizing and healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians. Get the Wild Rice Casserole recipe here.

Vegetable Cheese Soup

Everybody loves cheese, so why not make it the headliner in your soup? Veggie lovers will definitely enjoy this one, and depending on your cheese preferences — cheddar, colby jack, goat, etc — this healthy soup can be customized to your palate. Get the Vegetable Cheese Soup recipe here.

The only thing left for you to do now is whip up one (at the very least) of these healthy Crock Pot recipes for vegetarians, and of course, if you don't already have one, invest in a Crock Pot.

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Amanda Stamper

Works in real estate but would rather be working on political campaigns.

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