Healthy Slow Cooker Recipes for Weight Loss: Quinoa Vegetable Stew

This Healthy Slow Cooker Quinoa Vegetable Stew is a delicious, nutritious option for weight loss. Packed with protein, fiber, and vibrant veggies, this stew is easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup bell peppers, diced
• 1 cup zucchini, diced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups spinach, fresh or frozen
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
• Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

1. In a slow cooker, combine the quinoa, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms.
2. Add garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
3. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the vegetables are tender and quinoa is cooked.
4. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the spinach and olive oil (if using) to add extra nutrients.
5. Once done, season with lime juice before serving for a fresh flavor.
6. Serve hot and enjoy your healthy, weight-loss-friendly meal!