IIf you own a slow cooker (often referred to as the brand name “crockpot”) or an instant pot, chances are you have regular fires for your baby during the fall and winter months. Then spring comes and it’s packed, right next to that pasta machine that has never been used.
But there is a very good argument for leaving your slow cooker on the kitchen counter during the warmer months. First, unlike the oven or stove, it cooks nutritious meals without heating up the entire kitchen. And second, you don’t have to hang around and babysit while it works. The summer days are far too precious for that.
If you want to expand your recipe repertoire beyond your usual go-tos, you will definitely be inspired by the vegan crockpot recipes put together here. Even if you’re not a vegan, trying it out is a way to increase your plant intake, which means you’re getting plenty of gut-healthy fiber and will lower your carbon footprint. Read on for delicious, no-hassle vegan dinner ideas.
10 vegan crockpot recipes to set and forget by dinner time
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1. Vegan chilli
Black beans provide so much protein and fiber that there’s really no need to add meat to the chili unless it’s for taste reasons. This recipe also uses many summer products, including tomatoes and peppers.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Chili
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2. Quinoa and vegetables
This is another recipe that makes delicious use of summer products – especially red peppers, green beans, and carrots. Although quinoa contains protein, you can increase it even more by adding tofu or chickpeas to the slow cooker to cook with the other ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Quinoa and Vegetables
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3. Summer chilli
In the milder months, pumpkin and butternut squash are the focus of many meals, but summer squash and zucchini are both in season and just as tasty. If you have tomatoes and corn on hand, add these to your summer chilli too. Don’t forget the chickpeas – they’re key to adding heart-healthy protein to this dish.
Get the Recipe: Summer Chili
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5. Lemon and basil ratatouille
Another recipe made with summer squash, this ratatouille is full of flavor thanks to the combination of lemon and basil. If you’re tired of lettuce but still want to keep your veggies high, this recipe could be your new stop.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Basil Ratatouille
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6. Lentil and coconut curry
This is a great curry if you are sensitive to spices – the coconut milk gives it a milder flavor profile. Its subtle sweetness also perfectly balances turmeric, cumin, curry powder and garam masala in the dish. All in all, this dish will hit all your taste points.
Get the Recipe: Lentil and Coconut Curry
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7. Crockpot vegan grill
Plant-based burger patties are cool and everything, but if you’re looking for a grill recipe that has the texture of pulled meat, this one definitely delivers. Seitan is used as “meat” and of course the sauce is just as important. The perfect mix of flavorful and sweet, don’t expect leftovers.
Get the Recipe: Crockpot Vegan Barbecue
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8. Black-eyed peas laden with vegetables
If you’re from the south, you know that black-eyed peas are absolutely not just reserved for New Years Eve. Here they are prepared with a large selection of summer vegetables along with liquid smoke and tabasco for a touch of delicious spiciness.
Get the recipe: black-eyed peas stuffed with vegetables
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9. Vegan stuffed peppers
Stuffed peppers are often made with a meat filling, but this recipe adds a vegan twist to the dish by using black beans instead. This simple exchange brings even more fiber into the meal than the OG version while delivering on the protein front.
Get the Recipe: Vegan Stuffed Peppers
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10. Potato and leek soup
Leek has a buttery consistency that is perfect for soups, as this recipe shows here. Paired with onions and potatoes, it’s hearty enough to fill you up, but the coconut milk base prevents it from feeling too heavy.
Get the Recipe: Potato and Leek Soup
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