Red Onion Soup
A simple, comforting soup made with sweet red onions simmered in water until tender. Light yet flavorful, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 120
- Protein
- 2g
Ingredients
- 4 medium red onions
- 6 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Peel and thinly slice the 4 red onions. Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the sliced onions to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until they are soft and translucent, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3
Pour in the 6 cups water and add the 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir well.
- 4
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered until the onions are very tender and the broth is slightly pink, about 20 minutes.
- 5
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs if you have them.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- knife
- cutting board
- wooden spoon
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