Autumn Flavors: Slow Cooker Autumn Harvest Vegan Stew

Let your slow cooker do the work to prepare a savory, delicious vegan stew full of the flavors of fall!

Slow Cooker Autumn Harvest Vegan Stew

Ingredients:

• 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 parsnips, sliced
• 1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 Tbsp olive oil (optional)
• 2 cups chopped kale or spinach (added at the end)
• Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prep the veggies: Chop all vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
2. Layer in the crockpot: Add squash, carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, onion, garlic, chickpeas, and diced tomatoes.
3. Add spices and broth: Sprinkle in cinnamon, cumin, paprika, ginger, salt, and pepper. Pour in vegetable broth and olive oil if using.
4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until vegetables are tender.
5. Add greens: Stir in kale or spinach during the last 15–20 minutes of cooking.
6. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs.

🌟 Optional Add-Ins:

• A splash of maple syrup for sweetness
• A pinch of chili flakes for heat
• Cooked quinoa or brown rice for extra heartiness