Embark on a culinary journey with our enticing vegetarian onion soup, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and comforting soup is crafted with an aromatic mirepoix of onions, leeks, and celery, sautéed until caramelized perfection. Simmered in a rich vegetable broth infused with white wine and fresh thyme, the soup exudes a captivating depth of flavor. Indulge in a delightful medley of textures, from the velvety smoothness of the broth to the tender-crisp croutons that adorn its surface. Enhanced with a generous sprinkling of melted Gruyère cheese, each spoonful promises a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Discover the art of creating this culinary masterpiece with our step-by-step recipe, accompanied by a treasure trove of additional vegetarian onion soup recipes that cater to diverse dietary needs and preferences.
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VEGETARIAN FRENCH ONION SOUP
Most French onion soup recipes call for beef stock, but substituting mushroom broth instead creates a surprisingly rich soup, full on flavor - without the meat. Could become a staple recipe in vegetarian or meat-loving households! A long cooking time and savory ingredients mean this soup is pretty darn rich. Add in the toasted baguette slices and all that gooey Gruyere... this soup is definitely the main course. Serve alongside a crisp, green salad.
Provided by Erin Marie
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Onion Soup Recipes French Onion Soup Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Melt butter and olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add red onions and sweet onions; sprinkle with kosher salt and sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are very tender and caramelized, about 45 minutes.
- Pour mushroom broth, sherry, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, herbes de Provence, and bay leaves into onion mixture. Bring to a simmer and cook over medium-low heat for 45 to 60 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and remove bay leaves. Pour balsamic vinegar into soup and adjust seasoning. Mix well.
- Place Parmesan cheese rind in the center of the pot and submerge, but do not stir. Cook soup for an additional 20 minutes.
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet.
- Broil bread slices in the preheated oven for 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Carefully remove cheese rind from the pot and discard.
- Fill 4 oven-safe bowls evenly with soup and sprinkle each with a light layer of grated Gruyere cheese and Parmesan cheese. Top each with 2 bread slices and sprinkle each with remaining Gruyere cheese and Parmesan cheese. Place bowls on a baking sheet.
- Broil soup in the preheated oven until cheese is browned and bubbling, 3 to 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 477.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1908.2 mg, Sugar 10.5 g
VEGETARIAN FRENCH ONION SOUP WITH MUSHROOMS
Searching for a vegetarian version of the classic soup? Try our take featuring mushrooms.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Add onions, chopped scallions, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. Cook, stirring frequently and gradually lowering heat to prevent scorching, until onions are soft and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in mushrooms; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally and scraping browned bits from bottom of pan, until mushrooms have released most of their moisture, about 15 minutes. Stir in 4 cups water and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Discard thyme sprigs and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat broiler with rack 6 inches from heating element. Divide soup among 4 ovenproof bowls. Top each with a bread slice; sprinkle with cheese. Broil until cheese is melted and golden brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes. Sprinkle with thyme leaves and scallion tops.
VEGETARIAN ONION SOUP
When my daughter converted to vegetarianism she really missed winters with French Onion soup-here's a version she really enjoys!
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Cheese
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large saucepot or soup pot melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the onions and pepper stirring to coat the onions.
- Continue to cook for 30 minutes, stirring often.
- Add the wine and stir for 3 minutes, deglazing the pot.
- Bring to a boil and add the water, parsley, soy sauce, thyme, bay leaves and cloves.
- Return to a boil.
- Once a good boil is reached, reduce heat to a medium low simmer and cook for another 30 minutes.
- Remove from heat, cover and let stand for 1 hour.
- Remove the bay leaves and 2 cloves-discard.
- Ladle soup into 4 oven safe bowls or ramekins.
- Place one toast slice on top of each serving and divide cheese evenly on top of toast.
- Place in oven set on broil.
- While watching carefully allow cheese to melt and get bubble and JUST toasted.
- Serve.
VEGETARIAN STOUT FRENCH ONION SOUP
I love Irish stout stew and French onion soup. Plus my wife is a vegetarian. So I came up with this infusion that is, in my opinion, amazing! Portobello mushrooms replace cubed beef, and it is all topped off with a Swiss cheese-crusted slice of artisan bread, French onion-soup style. Serve with a frosty stout and enjoy! Happy St. Patrick's Day!
Provided by Matthieu Duquette
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Onion Soup Recipes French Onion Soup Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Toss mushrooms and flour together in a bowl until coated.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir coated mushrooms until browned, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Combine potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, and rosemary in a large stockpot; top with cooked mushrooms. Stir beer, vegetable broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper into vegetable mixture. Cover stockpot and cook over medium-high heat until vegetables are tender and soup flavors have blended, about 1 hour.
- Whisk water and cornstarch together in a bowl until dissolved; stir into soup until thickened, about 3 minutes.
- Set oven rack about 5 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Arrange bread slices on a baking sheet and sprinkle Swiss cheese over each slice.
- Broil bread in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and golden, about 1 minute.
- Ladle soup into bowls using a slotted ladle; top each with a bread slice. Ladle broth over bread until saturated.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.2 calories, Carbohydrate 60.4 g, Cholesterol 12.4 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 1195 mg, Sugar 9.4 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of onions for a more complex flavor. Try a combination of yellow, white, and red onions.
- Caramelize the onions slowly over low heat. This will bring out their natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Use a good quality vegetable broth. This will make a big difference in the overall flavor of the soup.
- Add a splash of white wine or sherry to the soup for extra flavor.
- Season the soup to taste with salt, pepper, and herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or sage.
- Serve the soup with a crusty baguette or grilled cheese sandwich.
Conclusion:
This vegetarian onion soup is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover onions. With its rich, flavorful broth and tender caramelized onions, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying vegetarian meal, give this onion soup a try.
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