You need just 15 minutes in the morning to make these healthy recipes.

Then, let yourslow cookerdo the work and you’ll come home to dinner ready and waiting.

Pair it with a salad and toasted whole-grain bread for an easy, healthy dinner.

Slow-Cooker Chicken & Orzo with Tomatoes & Olives

Dera Burreson

The roasted red peppers, lemon, olives and feta add texture and flavor.

If you want to provide a meat option, serve with grilled chicken.

This load-and-go recipe makes a complete and satisfying meal; just add a green salad.

Slow-Cooker Chicken & Vegetable Noodle Soup

Dera Burreson

Slow-Cooker Tuna Steaks with Escarole-Chickpea Salad

This fish salad is a unique twist on traditional slow-cooker fare.

Chill it for an easy work lunch the next day.

Garnish with fresh rosemary leaves, if desired.

Slow-Cooker Mediterranean Quinoa with Arugula

Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crusty bread, a glass of Chianti and a salad.

Now, you might, and here’s the recipe to prove it.

Garnish with fresh oregano leaves and additional kosher salt and black pepper, if desired.

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Feel free to substitute an equal weight of chicken thighs for the turkey thighs, if desired.

This pairs well with a simple side of steamed green beans.

A drizzle of olive oil to finish pulls together the flavors of this easy vegan crock-pot stew.

Slow-Cooker Curried Butternut Squash Soup

Dera Burreson

The headiness of the fruity olive oil truly elevates the flavors in this Italian meal-prep slow-cooker soup.

Slow-Cooker Chicken White Bean Stew

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Slow Cooker Mediterranean Diet Stew in White Bowl

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