How long to cook veggies in crock pot

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How long to cook veggies in crock pot

I love oven roasted vegetables and now I’m going to show you how to make an easy crockpot recipe for roasted vegetables.  The secret ingredient is one packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Mix.  

Here is the Crockpot Recipe for Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh vegetables ( broccoli, baby carrots, cauliflower, etc)
  • 1 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing Mix
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Spray the crock pot with cooking spray. (I used my 2 quart insert)
  2. Wash and trim the vegetables and put them into the crock pot.
  3. Sprinkle with the dry ranch salad dressing mix
  4. sprinkle with the water.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

You can watch my Video Tutorial for this easy crockpot recipe here:

Here are the ingredients for this easy crockpot recipe…Only 2 main ingredients…Easy!

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

You can use any combination of fresh vegetables that you like.I like the combination of broccoli, carrots and cauliflower.  

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

Add all of the vegetables to the crock pot.  Sprinkle with the dry mix.  Sprinkle the water over all.  Stir, cover and cook on low for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

There are many advantages of crockpot cooking.

  1. Crockpot cooking is convenient!  Crockpot recipes allow you to throw everything in the crockpot in the morning and come home to a delicious home cooked meal in the evening.
  2. A crockpot does not heat up the kitchen the way the oven does and that is especially important during the hot summer months.
  3. Crockpots are portable so they are great to take to potlucks and parties.  Just plug the crockpot in when you get there and it will keep the food warm for hours!

What would be your favorite vegetables for this easy crockpot recipe?  Share your ideas in the comments section below. 

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Video: Crock Pot Roasted Veggies


Crock Pot Roasted Veggies are quick, easy and healthy!

Using your slow cooker to roast up some delicious fall vegetables is nothing short of genius! So simple and a great way to made up a big batch of healthy veggies with no hassle!

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

Slow Cooker Roasted Fall Vegetables is a delicious side to serve with all of your meals. You can  even serve it as your main dish. (It tastes great over rice with a little hot sauce!)

Customize the fall veggies you love, toss them with a simple seasoning, and cook up a large batch of Slow Cooker Roasted Fall Vegetables for the week.

Throw your veggies in the slow cooker in the morning before you leave for work and have them ready when you get home. There's no wanting around for an hour or more for dinner to be served.

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

Ingredients You'll Need To Make Slow Cooker Roasted Fall Vegetables:

  • baby potatoes
  • carrots
  • green beans
  • Brussels sprouts
  • olive oil
  • seasoning

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

How To Make Roasted Fall Vegetables In A Slow Cooker:

  1. Add all ingredients to slow cooker and toss
  2. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 8-10 or until veggies are tender

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

Pro Tips...

This recipe is flexible. You can use a variety of veggies or even a different veggie seasoning to change things up.

Be mindful to use more root type veggies. Vegetables with too much water content could make everything soggy.

I used my casserole slow cooker for even cooking. If you're using a regular slow cooker, you may want to stir the veggies a couple of times to ensure even cooking.

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

How long to cook veggies in crock pot

Using your slow cooker to roast up some delicious fall vegetables is nothing short of genius! So simple and a great way to made up a big batch of healthy veggies with no hassle!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 4 hrs

Total Time 4 hrs 15 mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 170 kcal

  • 2 pounds baby potatoes halved or quartered
  • 12 oz carrots peeled and cut into 2 inch pieces
  • 12 oz green beans ends removed
  • 12 oz Brussels sprouts ends removed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons seasoning

  • Add all ingredients to slow cooker and toss

  • Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 8-10 or until veggies are tender

  • Use a variety of veggies or a different veggie seasoning

  • Use more root veggies (veggies with low water content) to avoid sogginess.

  • I used my casserole slow cooker for even cooking, if using a regular slow cooker may want to stir a couple of times to ensure even cooking

Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 884mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 7739IUVitamin C: 66mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 2mg

Important nutritional disclaimer

Reader Interactions

When should I add vegetables to slow cooker?

The USDA notes that vegetables take longer to cook in a crock-pot than meat does, so they suggest adding your veggies to the pot first. This is useful if you're worried about about dense vegetables like potatoes or carrots not coming out as tender as the meat in your recipe.

How long does it take carrots to soften in a crock pot?

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours until tender, stirring once halfway through.

How long do raw vegetables take to cook?

Cooking times will depend on the size and density of the vegetable: 3-5 minutes for leafy vegetables, e.g. bok choy, cabbage, kale, spinach, silverbeet. 8-10 minutes for firmer vegetables, e.g. broccoli, beans, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, leeks, peas, sweet corn.

Can you overcook vegetables in a slow cooker?

Delicate vegetables like asparagus, spinach, tomatoes, and peas, will overcook in a slow cooker. It's best to stick to sturdier vegetables like carrots and potatoes.