15 Vegan Slow Cooker Recipes to Enjoy All Winter

For many of us, 2017 was a doozy, but we here at Brit + Co are ready to hit refresh in 2018! Follow our Hit Refresh series through January for new ideas, hacks, and skills that will help you achieve (and maintain!) those New Year’s resolutions.

Healthy cooking can seem complicated, but when you make vegan recipes in the slow cooker, it's actually pretty easy. Even if you've mastered basic cooking techniques, sometimes you really only have enough energy for a one-pot meal. Luckily, opting for something a little less fussy than usual doesn't mean it has to be boring. Using your slow cooker ensures that every ingredient has plenty of time to soak up *all* the flavor. Rich with spices, veggies, and plenty of meatless proteins, these 15 recipes are your ticket to a hands-off, comforting, craveable meal.

Tofu Tikka Masala: Creamy, dreamy tofu tikka masala is the kind of dish you'll want to make part of your weekly rotation. Scoop up the vibrant sauce with plenty of warm naan bread. (via Yup, It's Vegan)

Slow Cooker Enchiladas: Enchiladas get gooey and delicious in the slow cooker. These are Paleo as well as vegan, thanks to almond flour tortillas and dairy-free American cheese. (via Kitchen of Youth)

Slow Cooker Three Bean Stew: Cocoa powder adds a rich, deep flavor to this stew. It mingles with garam masala, garlic, and fire-roasted tomatoes for a meal so flavorful you won't miss the meat. (via Savory Spin)

Slow Cooker Mexican Bean and Potato Soup: Even the simplest ingredients can be turned into a satisfying meal after simmering together for a few hours. The key is adding in bold ingredients like roasted poblanos, chipotles in adobo, and Mexican bay leaf. (via Thyme & Love)

Creamy Potato Chowder: Cashews and potatoes come together to make this creamy soup. Add it to the slow cooker, then use an immersion blender to purée the ingredients until they're silky and smooth. (via Real Food Whole Life)

Slow Cooker Jackfruit Tacos: Spicy jackfruit gets the texture of pulled pork when it's cooked low and slow. Stuff it into tortillas with plenty of fresh veggies and salsa to make some satisfying vegan tacos. (via The Foodie Physician)

Slow Cooker Vegan Asparagus Risotto: Risotto can seem like an intimidating dish to master, what with all that stirring. Transform it into a weeknight meal by cooking it in your slow cooker instead of on the stovetop. (via Herban Yums)

Slow Cooker Black Bean Stuffed Sweet Potatoes: Sweet potatoes get super tender in the slow cooker. Scoop out their insides, then stuff with a protein-rich black bean filling. (via Real Food Whole Life)

Slow Cooker African Peanut Stew: Peanut butter makes the broth of this stew silky, rich, and nutty. It's balanced out with a bevy of spices and the gentle acidity of canned crushed tomatoes. (via The Girl on Bloor)

Slow Cooker Black Bean Tortilla Soup: Tomatoes and lime juice make up the base of this brothy soup. Add black beans and veggies, and serve with crispy tortilla chips on top once everything's done. (via Two Peas & Their Pod)

Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Curry: Simmering your curry for a long time gives your ingredients a better chance of absorbing all those bold, spicy flavors. A sprinkle of cilantro right before serving adds a boost of freshness. (via Salt & Lavender)

Vegan Grain and Bean Chili: A medley of whole grains, including wheat berries, rye, spelt, millet, and barley, fill this chili with nutritious flavor. Black and navy beans make it extra hearty too. (via Happy Kitchen)

Slow Cooker Moroccan Chickpea Stew: Maple syrup brings a subtle sweetness to this Moroccan-inspired stew. It helps balance out the blend of spices, so each bite is just spicy enough. (via Choosing Chia)

Vegan Sweet Potato Chili: Sweet potato is the perfect foil for the spices in this chili. Serve with tortilla chips on the side so you can scoop up every last bite. (via Drizzle and Dip)

Slow Cooker Jackfruit Chilorio: Slow-simmered jackfruit is infused with the flavor of orange juice and ancho chile to make this chilorio. Spoon it over rice, fold it into tortillas, or stuff it into baked potatoes to make a hearty meal. (via Dora's Table)

For many of us, 2017 was a doozy, but we here at Brit + Co are ready to hit refresh in 2018! Follow our Hit Refresh series through January for new ideas, hacks, and skills that will help you achieve (and maintain!) those New Year’s resolutions.

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