Crockpot Veggie Chili | High-Fiber Menopause-Friendly Meal

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Crockpot Veggie Chili

Nourishing Hormones, One Bowl at a Time

You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen to eat well in menopause.
This Crockpot Veggie Chili is one of my favorite weeknight meals—it’s hearty, hormone-supportive, and full of fiber to help your digestion, metabolism, and energy stay steady.

The best part? You can toss it all in the crockpot and let it do the work while you get on with your day.

Ingredients

1/2 red onion, diced

1 carrot diced

1 green bell pepper, diced

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 sweet potato, diced

2 teaspoons minced garlic

2 teaspoons dried oregano

2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1/2 tablespoon salt plus more to taste

1 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 (4 oz) cans diced green chiles

1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes

1 1/2 cup water

1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 oz) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 oz) can black beans rinsed and drained

Instructions

Lightly grease your crockpot with avocado or olive oil.
Add all ingredients and stir to combine.
Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 8 hours, until vegetables are tender.
Taste and re-season if needed.
Serve with your favorite toppings—avocado, lime, cilantro, or Greek yogurt.

Why This Recipe Works for Menopause

Fiber-rich: Supports hormone balance and gut health.
Plant protein: Helps preserve muscle and steady blood sugar.
Colorful veggies: Packed with antioxidants for inflammation and recovery.
Easy prep: Keeps you nourished even on your busiest days.

Cam’s Notes

I use this veggie chopper to make prep lightning fast (affiliate link). It’s a simple tool that saves time and keeps me consistent with healthy cooking.

And remember—small, sustainable habits like this are what move the dial on your health in midlife.

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