Description
A hearty and flavorful vegan take on the classic French onion soup, rich with caramelized onions, aromatic herbs, and a savory vegetable broth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 baguette, sliced for croutons
- Vegan cheese for topping (optional)
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and thinly slice the onions evenly for proper caramelization.
- Mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) for the croutons.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring often, for 25-30 minutes until golden and caramelized.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth, balsamic vinegar, and thyme; bring to a simmer.
- Season with salt and pepper; simmer for 20 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, prepare croutons: slice baguette, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt, and bake for 10-15 minutes until crispy.
- Serve soup hot with croutons and a sprinkle of vegan cheese, if desired.
Notes
For optimal flavor, take your time caramelizing the onions over medium heat. Use a heavy-bottomed pot to prevent burning. Taste and adjust salt carefully, especially if using salted broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan onion soup, caramelized onions, plant-based soup, vegan comfort food