Keto French Onion Soup (without bread)
So you’re craving something French, fabulous, and full of flavor, but carbs are out and baguettes are banned from your kitchen? Same, darling. This keto French onion soup is rich, savory, and dripping in drama — all without the guilt-laden bread boat floating on top. We caramelize those onions like it’s our life’s purpose, simmer them into a brothy masterpiece, and top it off with a melty vegan cheese crown. Grab your soup spoon, your sass, and your comfiest sweater — this cozy classic just got a vegan, low-carb glow-up.
Keto French Onion Soup (without bread)
A cozy, rich vegan keto French onion soup made without bread, topped with melty dairy-free cheese for pure plant-based Parisian vibes.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 large yellow onions thinly sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme or ½ tsp dried
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos or tamari
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ cup vegan shredded cheese choose one that melts
- Optional: fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat.
- Add onions and cook slowly for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden.
- Add salt, pepper, thyme, and garlic powder. Stir like you mean it.
- Splash in coconut aminos and balsamic vinegar. Let it sizzle and smell amazing.
- Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Spoon soup into bowls, top each with vegan cheese.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes if you want melted goodness (optional but dramatic).
- Garnish with parsley or chives. Serve immediately while still slightly emotional.
Notes
🔍 Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
- Calories: 160
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
💊 Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 22%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin A: 9%
- Folate: 15%
- Potassium: 14%
💁 Tips to Boost Flavor
- Add a splash of white wine if you’re feeling bougie.
- Use smoked paprika for extra depth — think “fireplace in Provence.”
- Try a keto garlic crouton made with almond flour toast.
- Double the onions, because no one ever said, “Wow, that’s too much onion.”
- Serve with a side of shade for whoever said keto is boring.
