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French Onion Soup Recipe

A vegan French onion soup—deeply caramelized, savory, and topped with crusty bread and gooey plant-based cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Yellow onions: 4 large thinly sliced
  • Olive oil: 3 tbsp
  • Garlic: 4 cloves minced
  • Fresh thyme: 1 tsp
  • Bay leaf: 1
  • Dry white wine: 1/2 cup
  • Vegetable broth: 6 cups
  • Baguette: 8 slices
  • Vegan cheese mozzarella-style: 1 cup, shredded
  • Salt: 1 tsp
  • Black pepper: 1/2 tsp

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions; cook 35 minutes, stirring often, until deeply caramelized.
  3. Stir in garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
  4. Deglaze with white wine; simmer 5 minutes.
  5. Add vegetable broth; simmer 15 minutes.
  6. Toast baguette slices on baking sheet.
  7. Ladle soup into oven-safe bowls, top with bread and vegan cheese.
  8. Broil until cheese melts. Serve hot.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Total Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 8g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 15%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Calcium: 14%
  • Folate: 10%
  • Potassium: 16%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for deeper sweetness.
  • Use sourdough instead of baguette for tangy flair.
  • Make ahead—flavors improve overnight.
  • Pair with a glass of vegan red wine for full French vibes.