Vegan French Onion Soup Recipe

Name: Vegan French Onion Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 3 pounds); 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons finely chopped dried shiitake mushrooms (1/4 ounce); 1/2 cup pinot noir; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 2 cartons (32 ounces each) vegetable broth; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick); 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved; 1-1/2 cups shredded dairy-free mozzarella-flavored cheese

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 3 pounds)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons finely chopped dried shiitake mushrooms (1/4 ounce)
1/2 cup pinot noir
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 cartons (32 ounces each) vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
2 large garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1-1/2 cups shredded dairy-free mozzarella-flavored cheese

1
In a Dutch oven, heat 4 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened, 10-13 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic, balsamic vinegar and soy sauce; cook 2 minutes longer.
2
Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Add broth, pepper and salt; return to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Uncover and let simmer for another 30 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 400u00b0. Place baguette slices on a
4
; brush both sides with remaining oil. Bake until toasted, 3-5 minutes on each side. Rub toasts with halved garlic.
5
To serve, place twelve 8-oz. broiler-safe bowls or ramekins on
6
; place 2 toasts in each. Ladle with soup; top with cheese. Broil 4 in. from heat until cheese is melted.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 8 cups thinly sliced onions (about 3 pounds), 3 garlic cloves, minced, 3 tablespoons finely chopped dried shiitake mushrooms (1/4 ounce), and more.

Yes, Vegan French Onion Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Vegan French Onion Soup

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