Vegan Benihana Onion Soup

Indulge in the warm, savory flavors of this Vegan Benihana Onion Soup, a plant-based twist on the iconic Japanese steakhouse classic. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients like carrots, celery, and garlic, this recipe creates a light yet flavorful broth simmered to perfection. Umami-rich soy sauce and tender mushrooms elevate the taste, while crispy fried onions and fresh green onion slices add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy vegan soup is ideal as a comforting starter or a light meal. Perfect for those looking to recreate restaurant-style vegan soups at home, it’s a must-try for lovers of simple yet satisfying flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium carrot
• 1 celery stalk
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper
• 2 stalks green onions
• 4 small mushrooms
• 0.5 cup crispy fried onions

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the carrot into small chunks. Slice the celery stalk and onion into rough pieces. Peel and smash the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the chopped carrot, celery, onion, and garlic. Add the vegetable broth and water, and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the vegetables simmer for about 15 minutes until they are tender.

Step 4

Remove the pot from heat, then strain the broth through a sieve into another pot or large bowl to remove the vegetables, leaving a clear broth.

Step 5

Return the clear broth to the stove and place over medium heat. Stir in the soy sauce, salt, and pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Step 6

Trim and slice the green onions, and thinly slice the mushrooms.

Step 7

Add the sliced mushrooms to the broth and let them simmer for about 5 minutes until tender.

Step 8

To serve, ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and a generous sprinkle of crispy fried onions on top.

Step 9

Enjoy the Vegan Benihana Onion Soup immediately while it's warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1774.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	633.3

Total Fat 21.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4362.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 23.8g
Protein 23.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.7mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 2579.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 56.0%