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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Main Dishes

    Vegan French Onion Soup

    Published: Oct 17, 2019 · Updated: Jun 13, 2022 · by Nicole · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast
    Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast
    Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast
    Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast

    This Vegan French Onion Soup is comfort food at its finest. Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast, and baked to perfection.

    vegan french onion soup being served in a white bowl

    This Vegan French Onion Soup is a sneak-peek recipe from my brand new cookbook, Weeknight One-Pot Vegan Cooking. Be sure to check it out for more easy vegan recipes!

    I've always loved French Onion Soup. It was one of my very favorite foods as a kid.

    And it was one of the first things that I really missed when moving to a more plant-based diet.

    Traditional French Onion Soup is made with beef broth and topped with cheese.

    So I set out to make this Vegan French Onion Soup. My version uses a vegetable stock, infused with savory flavor from balsamic vinegar.

    It gives that rich, deep flavor that French Onion soup is known for, but it's completely plant-based.

    closeup of vegan french onion soup topped with toasted baguette and melted vegan cheese

    And of course, we can't miss out on the ooey, gooey, melted cheese topping!

    I used a slice of fresh baguette and topped it off with dairy-free cheese. Be sure to choose a brand that melts well for the best result.

    And the best part about this easy vegan soup - it cooks up in a single pot! So it's easy to cook, and easy to clean up too. What's not to love about that?

    If you're into the idea of one-pot cooking, be sure to check out my new cookbook. It's called Weeknight One-Pot Vegan Cooking, and it's packed with 75 easy vegan recipes that can all be cooked in a single pot!

    french onion soup being served with a garnish of thyme leaves and topped with dairy free cheese toasts

    Tips for Perfect Vegan French Onion Soup

    • Slicing all those onions can wreak havoc on your eyes! A little trick? Chew a stick of peppermint gum while you slice. I swear it works.
    • Be sure to use a vegan cheese that melts well for the best cheesy topping. I really like Daiya, Follow Your Heart, and So Delicious brands for good melting!
    • Make some extra cheesy toasts on a baking sheet to serve alongside the soup. I've found that I always want extra for more dipping in my soup.
    • Grab a copy of my free vegan cheat sheet for more tips on how to vegan-ize all your favorite recipes.

    And be sure to check out my new cookbook, Weeknight One Pot Vegan Cooking featuring this recipe and 75 more easy vegan recipes that can be cooked up in a single pot or pan!

    Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast

    Vegan French Onion Soup

    This Vegan French Onion Soup is comfort food at its finest. Tender onions are simmered in a savory broth, topped with cheesy toast, and baked to perfection.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Main Course, Soup
    Cuisine: French, vegan, vegetarian
    Keyword: best vegan soup recipes, vegan french onion soup
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Calories: 392kcal
    Author: Delicious Everyday
    4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 4 yellow onions thinly sliced
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 2 sprigs of thyme
    • 1½ cups white wine such as Chardonnay
    • 6 cups vegetable broth
    • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
    • Salt to taste
    • Black pepper to taste
    • 4 slices baguette
    • 1 cup vegan mozzarella cheese shreds
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C, or gas mark 4).
    • Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-low heat. Add the onions and cook slowly for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until they are lightly caramelized. Add the garlic, bay leaves and thyme. Cook for 1 minute. Add the white wine and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until slightly reduced. Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
    • Add the balsamic vinegar and stir. Remove the bay leaves. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
    • Spoon the soup into four ovenproof serving dishes. Top each bowl with a slice of baguette, and sprinkle with ¼ cup (30 g) of the vegan cheese shreds. Place the bowls in the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, until the vegan cheese is melted and the baguette is slightly toasted.

    Notes

    Check out my brand new cookbook, Weeknight One-Pot Vegan Cooking, for more easy and delicious vegan dinner ideas. 

    Nutrition (Estimated)

    Calories: 392kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 1899mgPotassium: 287mgFiber: 4gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 775IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Lanie says

      October 21, 2019 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      Love! French onion soup was always my fave, and I haven't had it since going veggie. This was soooooo good.

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