{"id":2885,"date":"2016-01-20T17:00:54","date_gmt":"2016-01-20T16:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/laurencariscooks.com\/?p=2885"},"modified":"2023-06-23T13:35:32","modified_gmt":"2023-06-23T17:35:32","slug":"vegetarian-french-onion-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthygreenkitchen.com\/vegetarian-french-onion-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegetarian French Onion Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Indulge in the deliciousness of Vegetarian French Onion Soup! This recipe puts a vegetarian twist on the classic, using a combination of red and white onions for a bold flavor. It’s an easy-to-follow recipe that won’t disappoint. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"Two<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

French Onion soup is the ultimate comfort food. It’s rich, bold in flavor and covered in cheese. Who says the Vegetarian version can’t be as good? In this recipe, I’m going to show you how to make a vegetarian French onion soup that won’t disappoint your cravings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have distinct memories of traveling in France as a child and ALWAYS eating French onion soup while I was there. Traditionally made with beef broth, this soup has a tremendously hearty base, which when added to the sweet caramelized onions, creates a comfort food that is just to die for. I have never successfully found a vegetarian version that lived up to the original.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Until now.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"Close<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The trick to French Onion soup is the technique. It cannot be rushed; that would cause browning of the onions and not caramelization. The low, slow cooking of the onions allows their sugars to break down and create a mound of sweet, earthy goodness that will form the base of this soup. If you rush this step, you really might as well not bother. Yes, it takes around 3 hours to make this soup… but is it worth it? Oh yes.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"Caramelized<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

I used my homemade vegetable stock<\/a> for this soup rather than a store-bought one. Homemade stock is another element that will elevate your soup to a different level. It’s something that’s so easy to make with any vegetables you have on hand, and it is extremely forgiving. You can give or take the amount of water you use depending on how concentrated you want your stock to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are going to use store-bought vegetable stock for this recipe, I recommend using a low-sodium version. You can season the soup with salt and pepper to taste, but it’s difficult to take away too much salt if the stock you are using is already quite salty.<\/p>\n\n\n

\n
\"Spoonful<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

The crowning glory of any French onion soup is its crouton and Gruyere cheese hat. I certainly wouldn’t want to be the one who risks serving someone this soup without the signature cheese hat! And don’t go skimping on the cheese! Any excess cheese will fall and melt into the soup during its heat in the oven, making a delightful surprise as you reach the bottom of your bowl!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you make this when you have some friends around for dinner, they will NOT be disappointed in this soup. This vegetarian version packs just as much punch as the original. Give it a try!<\/p>\n\n\n

<\/div>
\n\t
\"Vegetarian<\/div>\n\t
<\/div>\n\t<\/g><\/svg><\/span> Print Recipe<\/a>\n\t\n\t
<\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/g><\/svg><\/span>
5<\/span> from 4<\/span> votes<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Vegetarian French Onion Soup<\/h2>\n
<\/div>\n
Indulge in the deliciousness of Vegetarian French Onion Soup! This recipe puts a vegetarian twist on the classic, using a combination of red and white onions for a bold flavor. It's an easy-to-follow recipe that won't disappoint.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
<\/div>\n
Prep Time<\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hr<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Cook Time<\/span>1 hour<\/span><\/span> hr<\/span> 20 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Total Time<\/span>2 hours<\/span><\/span> hrs<\/span> 20 minutes<\/span><\/span> mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
<\/div>\n
Course: <\/span>Soup<\/span><\/div>
Cuisine: <\/span>French<\/span><\/div>
Diet: <\/span>Vegetarian<\/span><\/div>
Keyword: <\/span>Vegetarian French Onion Soup<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n
Servings: <\/span>4<\/span> people<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n
Calories: <\/span>296<\/span>kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n