Long-braised meat might be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of slow-cooker recipes, but this kitchen workhorse's functionality doesn't begin and end there. There are plenty of killer vegetarian dishes that can be made the hands-off way, including chili, soups, "roasted" potatoes, beans, and much more. Keep reading for 16 ideas. Do note that a few of the recipes included aren't strictly vegetarian; in those cases we've included a note on how to adapt the recipe for a vegetarian diet.
Slow-Cooker Enchilada Quinoa Bake
Get the recipe: slow-cooker enchilada quinoa bake [2]
Slow-Cooker Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
Get the recipe: slow-cooker garlic parmesan potatoes [3]
Slow-Cooker Tomato Basil Tortellini Soup
Get the recipe: slow-cooker tomato basil tortellini soup [4]
Slow-Cooker Beans and Quinoa
Get the recipe: slow-cooker beans and quinoa with scallions, cheddar, and hot sauce [5]
Slow-Cooker French Onion Soup
Get the recipe: French onion soup [6]
Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Tikka Masala
Get the recipe: slow-cooker vegetarian tikka masala [7]
No-Boil Slow-Cooker Macaroni and Cheese
Get the recipe: no-boil slow-cooker macaroni and cheese [8]
Slow-Cooker Minestrone Soup
Get the recipe: slow-cooker minestrone soup [9]
Slow-Cooker Vegetarian Chili
Get the recipe: slow-cooker vegetarian chili [10]
Slow-Cooker Gigante Beans With Tomatoes and Pancetta
Get the recipe: slow-cooker gigante beans with tomatoes and pancetta [11]
Make it vegetarian: omit the pancetta and use water instead of chicken stock.
Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn
Get the recipe: slow-cooker creamed corn [12]
Creamy Taco Chili Soup
Get the recipe: creamy taco chili soup [13]
Chickpea Coconut Curry With Sweet Potatoes
Get the recipe: slow-cooker chickpea coconut curry with sweet potatoes [14]
Slow-Cooker Potato Corn Chowder
Get the recipe: slow-cooker potato corn chowder [15]
Make it vegetarian: swap vegetable stock for chicken.
Slow-Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip
Get the recipe: slow-cooker spinach artichoke dip [16]
Butternut Squash Lentil Soup
Get the recipe: slow-cooker butternut squash lentil soup [17]