Low Sodium Creamy Onion Soup
Indulge in the comforting flavors of 'Low Sodium Creamy Onion Soup,' a heartwarming dish that's perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a rich, velvety soup without compromising on health-conscious ingredients. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of caramelized yellow onions with the creamy richness of whole milk, all brought together by a low-sodium vegetable broth to create a lighter, yet satisfying version of classic onion soup. Enhanced with aromatic thyme, garlic powder, and a touch of lemon juice for brightness, every spoonful promises depth and balance. Best of all, it’s simple to prepare in under an hour, making it an ideal option for wholesome weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh chives, this soup serves as a deliciously elegant yet low-sodium dish your family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Yellow onions
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 5 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Chives
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the onions.
In a large pot, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onions to the pot, stirring occasionally, until they become translucent and start to caramelize, about 15-20 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well to coat the onions and absorb any butter. Cook for another 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the low-sodium vegetable broth, making sure there are no lumps.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, black pepper, and garlic powder to the pot, stirring to combine.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and discard.
Stir in the whole milk and lemon juice, then blend the soup using an immersion blender until smooth and creamy.
Adjust additional black pepper to taste if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped chives, and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
774 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.8 g | 129% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 817 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 473 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 2095 mg | 45% | |
*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.
