With the air getting nippy and leaves changing into a fiery sea of red, orange, and yellow, fall often sees people exchanging their healthier summer eating habits for Halloween treats and copious Thanksgiving dinners. Eating healthy in this busy season, however, can be simple with the aid of the crockpot. Slow cooker meals cut out the hassle of cooking, letting you simply toss in the ingredients and allowing the flavors to come together themselves, not to mention having only one pot to clean!
If you’re not feeling up for the task, check out MD Home Health/Home Assist’s services and caregivers who can help you add festive and healthy fall crockpot recipes to your menu from breakfast through dinner.
Slow Cooker Veggie Frittata
Start the morning off right with a scrumptious, yet simple, veggie frittata. It’s made with eggs and can easily be reheated in the microwave, a great option for those days when you are in a rush to get out the door. Of course, you are more than free to mix up the veggies and cheese any time you like for a greater variety and versatility. You can find the recipe for this slow cooker veggie frittata here.
Banana Bread Quinoa
Quinoa, a grain from the mountainous regions of Bolivia, is one of the biggest stars of the health food scene. It’s a protein fortified whole grain, without the gluten, that can be part of breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Try out this Banana Bread Quinoa that can serve as an accompaniment to meals or a stand alone snack.
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Bread
Fall wouldn’t be complete without pumpkins so why not give this pumpkin bread a go? While many store-bought breads are full of sugar and weight you down, this moist, slow-cooker pumpkin bread is packed with potassium and can actually improve your energy. Instead of adding sugar, the bread is sweetened with apple juice.
Shiitake and Noodle Hot & Sour Soup
Crockpot soups offer endless possibilities to stay warm and healthy in the fall. This vegetarian hot and sour inspired soup features the shiitake mushroom, a longtime symbol of longevity in Asia thanks to its wide range of health-promoting properties. The rich and smoky flavor is accented by tofu, vegetables, and filling noodles that work great for lunch or dinner.
Slow Cooker Spicy Cashews
If you’re in need of a snack between meals or a party appetizer, these spicy cashew nuts from the slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Sweet Potato Chili
Add a little Tex Mex to your cooking with the nutritionally packed, superfood sweet potato. This slow cooker sweet potato chili is hearty and delicious, packed with nutrients and perfect for when you’re looking for a comfort food like stew.
Crockpot Red Lentil Chickpea Squash Soup
Here’s a protein packed soup that you can snuggle up with at night. Red lentils and chickpeas bring all the benefits of legumes and squash adds the fall flavors. The crockpot takes all the work out and you’ll want to enjoy this meal over and over.
At MD Home Health/Home Assist personal care specialists in Phoenix can help you create healthy meals by assisting with everything from grocery shopping to kitchen prep and errands. Caregivers can also provide companionship, helping you or your loved one cook these nutritious fall recipes. For more information about how MD Home Health/Home Assist can help with your home care in Phoenix, please give us a call today.