Something about fall always makes me want to seek out vegetarian slow cooker recipes. Maybe it's because crockpot recipes tend to be comfort foods--soups, stews, chilis, and casseroles. But when you're a vegetarian, sometimes it can be hard to find meatless recipes for the slow cooker--why does virtually every slow cooker recipe have to have meat in it?!
Well, these don't! Here are 50 vegetarian slow cooker recipes, from soups to main dishes to desserts. That's enough to last until spring, right? If you're looking for strictly vegan slow cooker recipes, we love this roundup by Emilie Eats!
Our Favorite Vegetarian Slow Cooker Recipes
Soups, Chilis and Stews
Chard, Lentil & Potato Soup
Corn & Red Pepper Chowder
Quinoa White Chili with Roasted Poblanos
Slow Cooker Lentil Chili [Two Peas and Their Pod]
Chipotle Black Bean & Quinoa Crock Pot Stew [Tasty Yummies]
Crock Pot Butternut Squash & Parsnip Soup (use vegetable broth) [The Roasted Root]
Slow Cooker Lentil Cauliflower Stew [The Shiksa in the Kitchen]
Slow Cooker Leek and Potato Soup [Diethood]
Miso Split Pea Soup [Never Homemaker]
Slow Cooker Hot and Sour Soup [Fat Free Vegan Kitchen]
Delicata Squash and Fennel Soup [With Food + Love]
Crock Pot Minestrone Soup [Skinnytaste]
See also: 17 Satisfying Vegetarian Crock Pot Soups, Stews, and Chilis
Main Dishes
Slow Cooker Vegetarian Gumbo
Butternut Squash & Chickpea Coconut Curry [Tasty Yummies]
Crockpot Vegetarian Fajitas [The Pieper Life]
Madras Lentils [Peas and Crayons]
Slow Cooker Greek Stuffed Peppers [Martha Stewart]
Lentil-Quinoa Taco Filling [Healthy Slow Cooking]
Sweet & Spicy Veggie Curry [Sensual Appeal]
Slow Cooker Bean & Spinach Enchiladas [Real Simple]
Chinese Barbecued Tofu and Vegetables [Fat Free Vegan Kitchen]
Side Dishes & Sauces
Chai-Spiced Pear Applesauce
Bourbon Mango Baked Beans
Slow Cooker Marinara [Budget Bytes]
Slow Cooker Greek Rice with Red Bell Pepper, Feta, and Kalamata Olives [Kalyn's Kitchen].
Coconut Curry Baked Beans [Kitchen Treaty]
Wild Rice Medley [Coconut & Lime]
Fat-Free Slow Cooker Refried Beans [Rachel Cooks]
Garlic Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes [365 Days of Slow Cooking]
Breakfasts
Crock Pot Apple Crumble Breakfast Pudding [Healthful Pursuit]
Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole [The Foodie RD]
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Granola [A Year of Slow Cooking]
Overnight Maple & Brown Sugar Oatmeal [Mel's Kitchen Cafe]
Slow Cooked Spinach Strata with Gruyere and Garlic [Fine Cooking]
Lemon Poppy Seed Bread [Better Homes & Gardens]
Slow Cooker Grits [Add a Pinch]
Slow Cooker Spinach and Mozzarella Frittata [Skinny Ms.]
Desserts
Crock Pot Apple Crisp [The Realistic Nutritionist]
Triple Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding Cake [Better Hones & Gardens]
Mini Salted Caramel Mocha Cheesecakes [52 Kitchen Adventures]
Slow Cooker Berry Cobbler [Chef In Training]
Scalloped Peaches [Taste and Tell]
Vegan Blueberry Lemon Cake [Healthy Slow Cooking]
Slow Cooker Caramel Poached Pears [Real Simple]
Vegetarian Slow Cooker Cookbooks!
If you're looking for more vegetarian and vegan slow cooker recipes, these cookbooks are my favorites:
Fresh from the Vegan Slow Cooker: 200 Ultra-Convenient, Super-Tasty, Completely Animal-Free Recipes
Ashley says
This is such a great list! I've been looking for some new crockpot recipes lately but you are definitely right that most do include meat. These are such a nice change! And there's something about the fall / winter that makes me want to use my crockpot more often...
Kiersten says
Yes, I'm always hauling out my crockpot at this time of year too! And then it pretty much stays on the countertop until spring. 🙂
[email protected] says
what a great list - I'm pulling out my slow cooker!!! I love how effortless slow cookers are, fill 'em and forget 'em! My kind of cooking..
Kiersten says
Yes, it's SO nice to have dinner ready and waiting for you! 🙂
cookinwifey says
thank you so much... I am two months into veganism and have been dreading fall recipes because I am in love with my crockpot and have only used it for meat dishes... now I can't wait for some cold weather to head this way!!!
Kiersten says
If you need more ideas, the cookbooks I linked are fabulous too. I think most libraries should have at least one of them and if they don't, you can interlibrary loan them! (Can you tell I used to be a librarian?)
Gretchen @ Two Healthy Kitchens says
Confession: I own more than one crock pot. I own more than three crock pots. I can't help myself.
I'm pretty sure the desserts listed there will soon be slow cooking their way into my heart! Thanks for an awesome list!!
Kiersten says
Ooh, so with three crockpots, you could do soup, a main dish, AND a dessert all at once! I am jealous.
Kalyn says
Great post, and thanks for including me! (And I have ten slow cookers; crazy isn't it!)
Kiersten says
Wow, I've been thinking about getting a second and trying to justify that--now I don't feel so bad! 🙂
Lee says
Oh my days
Kelly @ Texas Type A Mom says
You have perfect timing! I keep thinking I want to start using my slow cooker more but then can't figure out where to start. Here!
Aliyah says
I'm getting my slow cooker tomorrow 🙂 its an early Christmas gift! I've always wanted one. Can't wait to try all the recipes especially the Lasagna...it looks delicious!!
Kiersten says
Yay! Enjoy your slow cooker! 🙂
Jasmine Blaise says
I just discovered your site by pure accident. After years at staring at my slower cooker, I decided to give it a go and successfully made a lovely split pea/barley/mushroom/peas soup yesterday. It was so amazing that I decided to search for more hearty recipes ... and found your website. THANK YOU for all the recipes, and much more. I can hardly wait to try them. Tomorrow's attempt will be the "Butternut Squash & Chickpea Coconut Curry." Happy Holidays!
Kiersten says
I'm so glad you finally started using your slow cooker! It's such a great time-saver and there are so many delicious things you can make in it. Happy Holidays to you too!
kevin says
Great recipes and ideas, just thought it might be worth mentioning that gruyere isn't a vegetarian cheese.
Will be trying the mushroom stroganoff shortly - thanks.
Kiersten Frase says
Boar's Head sells gruyere that's made with vegetarian rennet (even if the name of the brand doesn't sound veg-friendly!).
disappointed says
Many of these recipes are not vegetarian and also not for the crockpot. One of them actually only takes less than 30 minutes on the stove. : / What a mess that would be in the slow cooker. Very disappointed.
Kiersten Frase says
I just checked all 50 links and didn't find a single recipe that wasn't vegetarian, other than the one from The Roasted Root that I've noted can be made with vegetable stock instead of chicken. Can you let me know which ones you're seeing that aren't vegetarian? It does appear that two of the recipes weren't for the slow cooker and they've been removed - I apologize for the error.
Colin says
Wow. Just wow. I've never commented on a blog before but you certainly deserve to be my first! Thank you for corralling all these recipes in one place! I've been meaning to use my slow cooker more and now I have a multitude of dishes to choose from. Thank you!
Kiersten Frase says
Summer is a great time to do it - people don't think of slow cookers as a summer thing, but they don't heat up the kitchen as much as an oven!
Lorna Kennedy says
I would love to try a slow cooker Lentil Chilli 🙂
New to slow cooking.. says
I have never owned a slow cooker before and have been looking at all the options - from 2 to 4 quarts. Can you can make a recommendation of a slow cooker for a single elderly person who would love to try out some of these wonderful recipes? When looking at all the reviews on Amazon and being budget conscious, it really does get confusing as to what manufacturer, size, features, etc. I do understand if you can not make a recommendation of a particular cooker but maybe at least size and features necessary would be appreciated.
Kiersten Frase says
Most slow cooker recipes, like the ones listed here, will be for a larger slow cooker - 4 to 6 quarts. The great thing about slow cooker meals is that so many of them freeze beautifully, so if you have leftovers, you can pop them in the freezer and have them later. A smaller slow cooker is good for making smaller meals. I bought a 1.5 quart slow cooker for my mom for Christmas last year, along with this cookbook this cookbook
, which contains recipes specifically developed with smaller slow cookers in mind. So really, I think a larger or a smaller slow cooker could both work for you, but with a smaller slow cooker, it's a little bit harder to find recipes. I also recommend checking out my friend Kalyn's website, Slow Cooker From Scratch, which has lots of recipe ideas as well.
Liya says
What a list.!!I am getting fat day by day. So, I will try Fat-Free Slow Cooker Refried Beans .
Nancy says
This is really very cool. Great list of recipes here. 🙂
Sujata Stg says
I just tried your pumpkin spice latte recipe and don't the kids love it. I wanted to show them that even I can make Starbucks-like coffee at home and still retain the taste of pumpkin pie spice. It's good that you use only a dash of cloves as I think too much of it can make the latter taste a bit off. Anyways, thanks for these recipes; I'm going to try the Apple Crumble Pudding next. Wish me luck! 😀
Katie Trant says
Good luck with the Apple Crumble Pudding, Sujata! And we're so glad you (and your kids) liked the pumpkin spice latte!
Emma says
Oh my gosh! thanks for sharing this huge resource. I will find my favorite and will make it.
Katie Trant says
You're welcome, Emma. Hope you enjoy!