Dairy-Free Benihana Onion Soup
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Dairy-Free Benihana Onion Soup, a lighter, plant-based spin on the iconic Japanese steakhouse favorite. Packed with vibrant vegetables like thinly sliced onions, carrots, celery, and mushrooms, and infused with aromatic garlic and ginger, this soup achieves a depth of flavor without any dairy. Low-sodium soy sauce and vegetable broth serve as the foundation for its umami-rich base, while optional fried onions provide a delightful crunch for garnish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this wholesome, gluten-free soup is perfect for a cozy appetizer or light meal that’s big on taste yet easy to prepare. Perfect for dairy-free diets, it’s a delicious way to bring restaurant-quality flavors to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 small carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 medium celery stalk, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons scallions, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup fried onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the soy sauce to the vegetables and stir to combine.
Pour in the vegetable broth and water, and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the chopped scallions and thinly sliced mushrooms to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper.
Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes until the mushrooms are just tender.
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and top with the optional fried onions for an extra crunch.
Serve hot and enjoy your dairy-free Benihana onion soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.8 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7213 mg | 314% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.6 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.5 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.9 g | ||
| Protein | 54.0 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 4736 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
