28 Easy Crockpot Vegan Recipes for Effortless Healthy Meals

It's no secret that finding time to cook healthy meals can be a challenge, especially when you're trying to stick to a plant-based diet. Life gets busy, and before you know it, you're reaching for that convenient, yet not-so-healthy, takeout menu.

That's where a trusty crockpot comes to the rescue. Over the years, I've found that using a crockpot not only simplifies meal prep but also allows you to create delicious, nutritious, and satisfying vegan dishes with minimal effort. In this post, I'm thrilled to share with you 28 easy crockpot vegan recipes for effortless healthy meals.

These recipes require little more than tossing ingredients into a slow cooker and letting it do its magic. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, these recipes are sure to become your go-to for stress-free, wholesome eating.

1. Crockpot Lentil Soup

Loaded with veggies and protein-packed lentils, this hearty soup is a perfect comfort food.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dry lentils
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Rinse the lentils and place them in the crockpot.
2. Add all the chopped vegetables, spices, and vegetable broth.
3. Stir well and cover.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve hot.

2. Slow Cooker Chickpea Curry

This curry is creamy, flavorful, and packed with vibrant spices that make each bite delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chickpeas, cooked
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients into the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve with rice or naan.

3. Vegan Butternut Squash Soup

Creamy and slightly sweet, this butternut squash soup is a fall favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 butternut squash, peeled and chopped
• 1 apple, peeled and chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the crockpot.
2. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.
4. Serve warm.

4. Crockpot Black Bean Chili

This black bean chili is filling and boasts a deep, smoky flavor that's simply irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can corn, drained
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir everything well.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve with your favorite toppings.

5. Slow Cooker Vegetable Stew

This stew is brimming with hearty vegetables and savory herbs, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 potatoes, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all the vegetables and seasonings in the crockpot.
2. Pour in the vegetable broth.
3. Stir to combine.
4. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
5. Serve hot with a crusty bread.

6. Crockpot Ratatouille

A classic French vegetable dish made even easier.

Ingredients:

• 1 eggplant, diced
• 2 zucchini, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all vegetables and seasonings to the crockpot.
2. Mix everything together.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve over rice or pasta.

7. Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Black Bean Stew

This stew is both hearty and sweet, thanks to the addition of sweet potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir well and cover.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve warm.

8. Crockpot Minestrone Soup

This Italian classic is packed with vegetables and plenty of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pasta (any kind)
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Put all ingredients except the pasta into the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Add pasta 30 minutes before serving.
5. Serve warm.

9. Slow Cooker Tofu Tikka Masala

A flavorful tofu dish that brings Indian cuisine right to your home.

Ingredients:

• 1 block tofu, cubed
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Mix everything together.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve over rice or with naan.

10. Crockpot Quinoa Chili

A protein-packed chili that’s both hearty and healthy.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can corn, drained
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve with your favorite toppings.

11. Slow Cooker Cauliflower Curry

A vegan twist to the classic comfort food with vibrant cauliflower.

Ingredients:

• 1 head cauliflower, chopped
• 1 can coconut milk
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir everything well.
3. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve over rice.

12. Crockpot Stuffed Peppers

Bell peppers stuffed with a delicious mixture of rice, beans, and savory spices.

Ingredients:

• 4 bell peppers, tops cut off and seeds removed
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix the rice, beans, onion, garlic, tomatoes, and spices.
2. Stuff the bell peppers with the mixture.
3. Place the stuffed peppers in the crockpot.
4. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
5. Serve warm.

13. Slow Cooker Barley and Vegetable Stew

Barley adds a wonderful texture and nutty flavor to this vegetable stew.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup barley
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
4. Serve warm with crusty bread.

14. Crockpot Moroccan Stew

A fragrant stew packed with spices, chickpeas, and sweet potatoes.

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups chickpeas, cooked
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp turmeric
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve hot with couscous or rice.

15. Slow Cooker Vegan Chili Mac

Combines the best of chili and mac 'n' cheese in one vegan dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup macaroni
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients except macaroni to the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Add macaroni 30 minutes before serving.
5. Serve warm.

16. Crockpot Vegan Potato Soup

A creamy, comforting soup that's perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients:

• 4 potatoes, diced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except almond milk in the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Stir in almond milk before serving.
5. Serve hot.

17. Slow Cooker Spinach and Artichoke Dip

A warm, creamy dip that's perfect for parties or snacking.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 2-3 hours or until hot and bubbly.
4. Serve with crackers or bread.

18. Crockpot Vegan Enchilada Casserole

Layers of tortillas, beans, and veggies make an easy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 12 corn tortillas
• 2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can corn, drained
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 can enchilada sauce
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Layer ingredients in the crockpot, starting with a little enchilada sauce, then tortillas, beans, veggies, and some seasoning.
2. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
3. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
4. Slice and serve.

19. Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Risotto

A creamy, dreamy risotto without all the stirring.

Ingredients:

• 1 butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients except almond milk to the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or until rice is tender.
4. Stir in almond milk before serving.
5. Serve warm.

20. Crockpot Vegan Bolognese

A rich and savory bolognese sauce that complements any pasta.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils, cooked
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the crockpot.
2. Stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve over your favorite pasta.

21. Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup

A classic soup made simple with a crockpot.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup split peas
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
4. Blend slightly for a creamier consistency if desired.
5. Serve hot.

22. Crockpot Vegan Gumbo

This gumbo is packed with bold flavors and hearty vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cups okra, sliced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients except the rice to the crockpot.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Stir in cooked rice before serving.
5. Serve warm.

23. Slow Cooker Vegan Jambalaya

This vegan jambalaya offers a taste of New Orleans right at home.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rice
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve hot.

24. Crockpot Vegan Stuffed Shells

Stuffed pasta shells made easy and dairy-free.

Ingredients:

• 12 jumbo pasta shells, cooked
• 1 cup ricotta-style vegan cheese
• 1 cup spinach, chopped
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 1 tsp basil
• 1 tsp oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix the vegan cheese and spinach together in a bowl.
2. Stuff the pasta shells with the mixture.
3. Spread a layer of marinara sauce in the crockpot.
4. Place stuffed shells in the crockpot and top with remaining sauce.
5. Cook on low for 4-6 hours.
6. Serve hot.

25. Slow Cooker Chickpea and Spinach Stew

This stew is both hearty and packed with nutrition.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chickpeas, cooked
• 4 cups spinach, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in the crockpot.
2. Stir well.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve warm.

26. Crockpot Bean and Corn Chili

This chili is perfect for a quick weeknight meal that's both filling and vegan.

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can corn, drained
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to the crockpot.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Serve with your favorite toppings.

27. Slow Cooker Vegan Sloppy Joes

A plant-based take on the classic sloppy joes that’s fun and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups lentils, cooked
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place all ingredients in the crockpot and stir to combine.
2. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
3. Serve warm on your favorite toasted buns.

28. Crockpot Vegan Shepherd’s Pie

A comforting classic with a plant-based twist that’s both savory and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup lentils, cooked
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the diced potatoes in a pot of boiling water and cook until tender. Drain and mash; set aside.
2. In the crockpot, combine the lentils, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, peas, corn, vegetable broth, and spices.
3. Stir to combine and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
4. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
5. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, if your crockpot isn’t oven-safe.
6. Spread the mashed potatoes evenly over the top of the mixture.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
8. Serve warm.

Conclusion

And there you have it – "28 Easy Crockpot Vegan Recipes for Effortless Healthy Meals." These recipes will save you time and effort while keeping your meals nutritious and delicious. Whether you're new to vegan cooking or a seasoned pro, I hope these recipes inspire you to dust off your crockpot and start cooking. Enjoy!