Guilt Free Onion Soup Crock Pot
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this **Guilt-Free Onion Soup Crock Pot**, a lighter twist on the classic French onion soup that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Slow-cooked to perfection, this healthy recipe features naturally sweet caramelized onions, a base of rich low-sodium beef broth, and a splash of tangy balsamic vinegar for an added depth of flavor. Infused with aromatic garlic, thyme, and a hint of bay leaf, every spoonful is both hearty and wholesome. Topped with toasted slices of whole grain bread and a modest sprinkle of low-fat Swiss or Gruyère cheese, this dish offers all the coziness you crave with less guilt. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this easy crock pot recipe is low-fat, high in flavor, and wonderfully satisfying. Serve it warm and enjoy a comforting bowl of guilt-free goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium (about 2 pounds) Yellow onions
- 6 cups Low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 slices Whole grain bread
- 0.5 cup Low-fat shredded cheese (Swiss or Gruyère)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to caramelize and turn golden brown.
Transfer the caramelized onions to the crock pot. Add the minced garlic, low-sodium beef broth, balsamic vinegar, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6-7 hours, or set to high and cook for 3-4 hours, until the onions are tender and the flavors have melded.
Once cooking is complete, remove and discard the bay leaf.
Preheat the oven broiler. Place the slices of whole grain bread on a baking sheet and lightly toast them under the broiler until golden brown.
Ladle the soup into oven-safe bowls or ramekins. Top each bowl with a slice of toasted bread and sprinkle about 2 tablespoons of low-fat shredded cheese over each slice of bread.
Place the bowls under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Be sure to keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Carefully remove the bowls from the oven (use oven mitts as they will be hot) and let cool for a minute before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your Guilt-Free Onion Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.3 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.5 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 4275 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 583.0 g | 212% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 104.2 g | 372% | |
| Total Sugars | 242.9 g | ||
| Protein | 106.8 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1863 mg | 143% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 8991 mg | 191% | |
*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.
