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Vegan Casserole Slow Cooker Recipe

Try this delicious Vegan Casserole Slow Cooker Recipe for a hassle-free and nutritious meal. Packed with plant-based ingredients like veggies, legumes, and aromatic spices, it offers a delightful blend of flavors. Simply toss everything in the slow cooker, set it on low, and let it cook to perfection. Enjoy a comforting and hearty vegan casserole with minimal effort.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Chinese, Italian, Mediterranean, Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker/Crockpot
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Can opener
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Stirring utensil
  • Serving dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups uncooked quinoa
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn
  • 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons of ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons of chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
  • ½ tablespoon of salt
  • 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, (optional)

Instructions
 

  •  You must preheat the slow cooker on dry heat. Once you have preheated the slow cooker, pour the oil into a skillet and fry the onion. Do not allow the onion to get too cooked. 
  • Once the onion is sauteed, you can add the garlic. Allow the garlic to cook for at least one minute to ensure the aroma and ingredients soak in properly.  
  • Add the sliced mushrooms and ensure they cook until they release moisture and become tender. This should take around 3 to 5 minutes.
  • You can add the flour once the mushrooms have released their texture and become tender. Add the flour to the mixture and stir for a couple of minutes. You can stir till it makes a roux.
  • Use a separate pot to prepare the vegetable. Add soy sauce to the vegetable and Italian seasonings.  Once you have done this, add the sliced potatoes, carrots, and green beans to the slow cooker.
  • Once the vegetables are ready, pour the sauce over the vegetable and allow it to combine. You can stir them to ensure they combine very well. This will help to improve the taste of the vegetable. 
  • Once you have added and mixed the necessary ingredients, you can cook them on a high for 3 to 4 hours. Alternatively, to keep it nutritious, cook it on low for 6 to 8 hours or until the vegetable is ready. 
    Once it is set, let the meal cool down before serving. You can serve this dish as a main meal or with other dishes such as salads or crusty bread

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