- Dec 13, 2022

11 Plant Based Slow Cooker Recipes

Its in the middle of winter here in Stockholm Sweden right now which means its cold and really dark. I'm mostly spending time at home reading, writing, filming, or doing yoga. I prefer slower yoga during this time of year, its like my whole being goes into hibernation! Slow, long holds and lots of meditation is what my yoga practice consists of at the moment. Since its so cold I'm also craving warm, hearty meals that are easy to make - because I dont have a lot of motivation to cook when its pitch black outside. So naturally I'm doing a lot of slow cooker meals! What is easier than the slow cooker? Nothing! Here is a roundup of some of my favorite slow cooker recipes, perfect for this cold weather! Most of these are vegan and I included a couple vegetarian options as well (you can always make them vegan by exchanging the ingredients for vegan alternatives).

Here are 11 plant based slow cooker recipes for you to try!

1. Vegan Slow Cooker Tofu Tikka Masala

This vegan slow cooker Tofu Tikka Masala is perfect for these cold winter nights! Shock full of veggies and SO EASY to make since its in the slow cooker! I'm a big fan of anything I can set and forget, so this is a winter staple for us.

Two white bowls with Vegan Slow Cooker Tofu Tikka Masala on a stone background with fresh parsley in the top right corner

Vegan Slow Cooker Tofu Tikka Masala from Ambitious Kitchen

Make the Vegan Slow Cooker Tofu Tikka Masala here

2. Vegan Butternut Squash Slow Cooker Stuffing

Am I the only one who loves stuffing so much I eat it even though its not Thanksgiving?! This yummy vegan stuffing is so good it can be served year round! Or if you prefer to only eat stuffing for Thanksgiving, save this recipe and try it then!

Dark image of Butternut Squash Slow Cooker Stuffing in a slow cooker with plants in the background

Butternut Squash Slow Cooker Stuffing by Sweet Potato Soul

Make the Butternut Squash Slow Cooker Stuffing here

3. Vegan Slow Cooker 3 Bean Chili

Try this yummy, nutritious and protein-packed chili with some of Desireé's Vegan Corn Bread - omg!

Slow Cooker 3 Bean Chili in a white bowl on a marble surface with corn bread in the background

Slow Cooker 3 Bean Chili by I Can You Can Vegan

Make the Slow Cooker 3 Bean Chili here

4. Vegan Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Casserole

This only takes 15 minutes of prep and then set it and forget it! I mean, just look at this (vegan) cheesy goodness!

Creamy, cheesy Vegan Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Casserole being scooped from a slow cooker with a wooden spoon

Vegan Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Casserole by Jessica In The Kitchen

Make the Vegan Slow Cooker Quinoa Enchilada Casserole here

5. Loaded Vegan Veggie Soup

This yummy vegan slow cooker soup is so nourishing and full of protein! Feeds your body AND your soul!

Two bowls of Loaded Vegan Veggie Soup on a white surface with a blue napkin and salt water crackers

Loaded Vegan Veggie Soup by Orchids + Sweet Tea

Make the Loaded Vegan Veggie Soup here

6. Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

I absolutely LOVE oatmeal and this is a such a fun and simple way of making it for the whole week! Slow cooker for the win yet again! This is used with steel cut oats too which makes it so hearty - I never use steel cut oats even though they're my favorite - its too much of a hassle to make everyday as they take longer to cook. But since we're using the slow cooker here its perfect! Add some oat milk, walnuts, and cinnamon on top when serving, yum!

Two black ceramic cups of Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal on a gray granite surface. There is a glass of milk on the left and a black napkin on the right, and a wooden spoon by one of the cups.

Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal by Fit Foodie Finds

Make the Slow Cooker Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal here

7. Vegetarian Slow Cooker Quinoa Pilaf with Wild Rice [GLUTEN FREE]

Another one of my favorites is wild rice, its just so much more flavorful than regular rice and I love the texture. Did you know its also high in protein and full of nutrients, e.g. folate?? The quinoa adds lots of protein and even more nutritious goodness, and this pilaf is a flavor explosion in your mouth! Its also completely gluten free! You can make this vegan by using a plan based Feta cheese and opting for a veggie based broth.

A black bowl with Slow Cooker Quinoa Pilaf with Wild Rice and two spoons, on a black table cloth

Slow Cooker Quinoa Pilaf with Wild Rice by Cotter Crunch

Make this Slow Cooker Quinoa Pilaf here

8. Vegan Crockpot Broccoli Turmeric Soup [GLUTEN FREE]

This yummy soup is perfect for this cold weather! And an extra bonus for us with autoimmune diseases such as Ankylosing Spondylitis: it contains turmeric which has been proven to help decrease inflammation! So sip away! Its vegetarian but you easily make it vegan by using vegan butter instead of regular. Its also gluten free.

3 bowls of Crockpot Broccoli Turmeric Soup on a gray stone surface

Vegan Crockpot Broccoli Turmeric Soup by Sweet Peas and Saffron

Make this Anti-Inflammatory Broccoli Turmeric Soup here

9. Vegan Slow Cooker Red Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes [GLUTEN FREE]

This vegan curry is warming, delicious and nutritious! Its a plant based powerhouse AND its inexpensive to make which is a great thing right now (hello inflation). Its vegan, gluten free, dairy free, and nut free, so suitable for many types of dietary preferences! Also, red lentils are high in protein!

A brown bowl filled with Red Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes on a white surface. topped with fresh herbs that are also spread around the bowl.

Slow Cooker Red Lentil Curry with Sweet Potatoes by Well Plated

Make this Slow Cooker Red Lentil Curry here

10. Vegan CrockPot Carrot Parsnip Mash [GLUTEN FREE, PALEO]

I feel like the parsnip is such an underrated vegetable, isnt it? Its delicious but I personally dont use it as much as I'd like to, I tend to just forget about it. Parsnips are rich in folate, vitamin K, potassium and other important nutrients. Its also full of fiber, so I'm excited to add this yummy recipe into our rotation.

A white bowl with CrockPot Carrot Parsnip Mash and a sprig of fresh rosemary on top. in the background are a stack of green bowls and a white table cloth.

Vegan CrockPot Carrot Parsnip Mash by Cotter Crunch

Make this Vegan Carrot Parsnip Mash here

11. Vegetarian Slow Cooker Spinach and Mozzarella Frittata

You cant ever go wrong with a frittata, right? There is something so comforting about them, they feel so filling and substantial! This one is packed with spinach which is a nutritional powerhouse full of vitamins, minerals and even protein!

Slices of Slow Cooker Spinach and Mozzarella Frittata on a wooden serving board

Vegetarian Slow Cooker Spinach and Mozzarella Frittata by SkinnyMs

Make this Vegetarian Slow Cooker Spinach Mozzarella Frittata here

There you have it! 11 Plant Based Slow Cooker recipes! Let me know which ones are your favorites!

Until next time!

Elina