{"id":47756,"date":"2016-11-03T09:15:25","date_gmt":"2016-11-03T13:15:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=47756"},"modified":"2021-05-14T10:35:08","modified_gmt":"2021-05-14T14:35:08","slug":"crock-pot-recipes-healthy-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/crock-pot-recipes-healthy-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Soup\u2019s Up! 12 Insanely Easy Crock-Pot Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Soup's<\/p>\n

It\u2019s no secret that slow cooker recipes are the key to a hassle-free week of meals. Hello, easy meal prep<\/a>! But a quick scroll through Pinterest<\/a> won\u2019t necessarily yield the healthiest of results. We\u2019ve rounded up 12 options that are as nutritious as they are mouth-wateringly delicious. The best part? Crock-pots (aka slow cookers) <\/a>are basically foolproof. All you need to do is dump your ingredients inside, then set it and forget it! Even the most inexperienced chefs will be able to make restaurant-quality dishes at home.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 7 Healthy Chili Recipes to Keep You Warm All Season<\/a><\/p>\n

Soup for You: 12 Healthy Crock-Pot Recipes<\/strong><\/h2>\n

\"Sweet<\/p>\n

1. Sweet Potato, Chicken and Quinoa Soup
\n<\/a><\/strong>When the ingredient list is this short (only eight!), this soup is way better than the canned stuff. Let quinoa<\/a>, sweet potatoes<\/a>, black beans and tomatoes \u2014 plus a few spices \u2014 simmer with chicken for a few hours. You\u2019ll have yourself a hearty bowl full of flavor waiting for you when you get home. Photo and recipe: Chelsea Lords  \/ <\/em>Chelsea\u2019s Messy Apron<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> Meal Prep Like a Pro: 3 Recipes, One Batch of Quinoa<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Verde<\/p>\n

2. Verde Chicken Chili
\n<\/a><\/strong>This recipe gets its flavor from a whole bunch of spicy goodness in the form of cumin, chili powder, jalapeno and hot sauce. All that heat brings with it a dose of metabolism-revving<\/a> capsaicin (so who\u2019s complaining, right?). Tongue too hot? You can cool down the kick with a sprinkling of mozzarella plus fresh slices of avocado<\/a>. Photo and recipe: Stacie Vaughan \/ <\/em>Simply Stacie<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Root<\/p>\n

3. Root Vegetable Stew
\n<\/a><\/strong>Proof vegetables can be comfort food<\/a>: this cozy stew packed with plenty of \u2018em. No need to get fancy when chopping your produce either. For this one, we say slicing and dicing larger pieces will make this nourishing soup even better. Your taste buds will love the hearty texture. Photo and recipe: Ali Ebright \/ <\/em>Gimme Some Oven<\/em><\/p>\n

 <\/em>RELATED:<\/strong> 8 Quick Stir-Fry Recipes for Healthy Weeknight Dinners<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Chicken<\/p>\n

4. Chicken, Chorizo and Chickpea Stew
\n<\/a><\/strong>Opt for a healthy cooking oil<\/a> instead of the prescribed cooking fat, and this cozy bowl just got a whole lot more guilt-free. Vegetables such as fresh tomatoes and chickpeas<\/a> give the stew texture without overwhelming the other flavors. Leave it to the spicy chorizo to wake your taste buds up on a sleepy winter evening. Photo and recipe: Jane Sarchet \/ <\/em>The Hedgecombers<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Black<\/p>\n

5. 7-Ingredient Black Bean Soup
\n<\/a><\/strong>Yes, you read that correctly. You\u2019re only seven<\/em> ingredients away from a satisfying, meat-free lunch or dinner. Onions, red peppers, garlic and cilantro make this soup<\/a> so much better than your average side of beans. Bonus: Black beans are rich in protein<\/a>, which means you\u2019ll have more energy to power through your afternoon to-do list. Photo and recipe: Kristin Marr \/ <\/em>Live Simply<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Chicken<\/p>\n

6. Chicken Noodle Soup
\n<\/a><\/strong>If you\u2019re a fan of the classic comfort food, this recipe is about to become your new favorite version. With thyme, rosemary, sage, parsley and celery seed, the soup <\/a>doesn\u2019t go light on bold herbs. And with seven hours to simmer together, the flavors will really deepen. Photo and recipe: Jaclyn Bell \/ <\/em>Cooking Classy<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Thai<\/p>\n

7. Thai Coconut Soup with Lemongrass
\n<\/a><\/strong>Spice lovers, rejoice! Thai red curry paste gives this recipe a kick that is balanced out by creamy coconut milk base. Spoon over a bowl of brown rice<\/a> if you want to fuel up with a few more healthy carbohydrates. Photo and recipe: Karen Petersen \/ <\/em>365 Days of Crockpot<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Chili<\/p>\n

8. Turkey, Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
\n<\/a><\/strong>With lean turkey<\/a> instead of beef, this remix on the cold-weather classic has less fat than your average beef chili. Sweet potatoes deliver a dose of vitamin A, while quinoa provides a boost of protein<\/a>. Top with Greek yogurt instead of sour cream and you can go ahead and pat yourself on the back. Photo and recipe: Jess and Frank Smith \/ <\/em>Inquiring Chef<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 11 Ground Turkey Recipes to Eat Cleaner, Stat<\/a><\/p>\n

 \"Mole<\/strong><\/p>\n

9. <\/strong>Mole Chicken Chile
\n<\/strong><\/a>On days when it\u2019s just too cold to go outside for lunch, bring this rich dish to warm you up from the inside out. Surprising ingredients like almond butter and dark chocolate<\/a> will help deepen flavors. Thanks to plenty of fiber and protein, just one bowl will keep you satisfied until your next meal. Photo and recipe: Chelsea Zwieg \/ <\/em>The Whole Bite<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Chicken<\/p>\n

10. Chicken Tortilla Soup
\n<\/a><\/strong>Add the hot sauce of your choice to your crock-pot mix for a taste exactly to your liking. Store-bought just can\u2019t compete with that flavor! Tomatoes, corn, onions and two<\/em> types of beans<\/a> pump you up with tasty veggies. Lastly, don\u2019t be afraid of getting a little heavy-handed with the toppings when you\u2019re feeling like a splurge \u2014 good-for-you fats from the avocado slices are your friend here. Photo and recipe: Dani Meyer \/ <\/em>The Adventure Bite<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>15 One-Pot Meals for Quick, Healthy Dinners<\/a><\/p>\n

\"Beef<\/p>\n

11. Beef and Barley Soup
\n<\/a><\/strong>If you don\u2019t know already, barley is a majorly versatile grain to work into your diet. Proof: This beef and barley soup that uses pearled barley instead of noodles<\/a>. Add a slice of crusty bread to mop up every last drop. Photo and recipe: Tara Noland \/ <\/em>Noshing with the Nolands<\/em><\/p>\n

\"Vegetable<\/p>\n

12. Winter Vegetable Soup with Split Red Lentils
\n<\/a><\/strong>While the celery, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes and zucchini replenish your energy reserves, the lentils in this scrumptious recipe will deliver a hit of filling fiber and protein. And if that wasn\u2019t enough, olive oil <\/a>joins in to add some healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help regulate blood sugar by promoting good cholesterol. Photo and recipe: Laura Davidson \/ <\/em>A Beautiful Plate<\/em><\/p>\n

Originally published February 2016. Updated November 2016.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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