Do you know how you thought French onion dip was out of your life forever? Well, think again! This Vegan French Onion Dip version is not only dairy-free but also low-fat. Caramelized onions are what gives this dip the sweetest flavor.
What is so special about this recipe is that you get three great recipes in one!
What makes this vegan dip so special is that it’s…
- Fresh
- Insanely satisfying
- Zesty
- Herby
- Super-flavorful
- Perfect with low-fat chips and veggies
Traditional onion dip calls for mayonnaise and sour cream that we know are not good for us, because they are loaded with animal protein and saturated fat.
Vegan mayonnaise and tofu sour cream
This much healthier dip version comes with its own dairy-free and cholesterol-free options for mayo and sour cream. Each can be made with only a handful of ingredients and a blender.
The Eggless Low-Fat Mayo can also be used in other dishes like Chipotle Ranch Dressing, Loaded Potato Skin Bites, and on sandwiches and wraps.
And Tofu Sour Cream is the perfect addition to baked potatoes and tacos!
How to make vegan French onion dip
- In a large saucepan, saute onion and garlic in veggie broth or water.
- Saute until caramelized by continuing to cook and adding veggie broth or water, one Tbsp at a time, until onions are lightly browned.
- Remove from heat and set aside to allow to cool.
- In a bowl, mix all other ingredients and fold onions into it.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour, garnish with chives, and serve.
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What is tofu?
Tofu or soybean curd is a food of Asian origin. Production of tofu involves soaking soybeans in water and creating soy milk, then curdling the milk using a substance such as calcium sulfate or lemon juice. The curds are separated from the whey and usually packaged in block form. Most tofu brands offer a range of soft and firm varieties, which differ mainly in the amount of water retained.”–LiveStrong
Is tofu healthy?
Some people are not too sure about tofu, because it contains phytoestrogens. Turns out, phytoestrogens are very health promoting and are not at all like our body’s natural estrogen that can cause harm and lead to disease. This makes so much sense, because the countries that consume the most soy, such as Japan and China, have the lowest rates of cancer and chronic disease. The short video below will explain the benefits of soy.
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This little potato chip maker gadget makes crispy crunchy potato chips in your microwave in about 7-8 minutes. It comes with a potato slicer and cost less than $15.
Vegan French Onion Dip can be made as little as 15-20 minutes and served with Low-Fat Potato Chips or with fresh carrot and celery sticks.
At my house, it’s a family-favorite snack that everyone enjoys!
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Vegan French Onion Dip
You know how you thought French onion dip was out of your life forever? Well, think again! This version is not only vegan, but also low-fat. Caramelized onions are what gives this dip the sweetest flavor.
Ingredients
French Onion Dip
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 3-5 Tbsp veggie broth
- 1/2 cup low-fat mayo, recipe below
- 1 cup vegan sour cream, recipe below
- 1/2 tsp celery salt
- 1/2 tsp soy sauce or Bragg's Liquid Amino
- kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
- chives for garnish
Low-Fat Mayo
- 1 package tofu, silken or firm works fine
- 1 Tbsp sugar or other sweetener
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1.5 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Vegan Sour Cream
- 1 package tofu, silken or firm works fine
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1 Tbsp water to get desired consistency
Instructions
French Onion Dip
- In large sauce pan, saute onion and garlic in veggie broth or water.
- Saute until caramelized by continuing to cook and adding veggie broth or water, one Tbsp at a time, until onions are lightly browned.
- Remove from heat and set aside to allow to cool.
- In bowl, mix all other ingredients and fold onions into it.
- Refrigerate for 1 hour, garnish with chives, and serve.
- This dip is great with homemade potato chips. I use a potato chip maker that allows me to cook chips in my microwave in minutes. They come out crispy and delicious. It's available on amazon for less than $10 and includes the potato slicer. Link to it is below. NOTE: instructions say that potato chips only need to cook for 3-4 minutes, but in my microwave it takes 7-8 minutes to get them nice and crispy. I simply sprinkle with sea salt and garlic powder before cooking.
Low-Fat Mayo
- Blend all ingredients in blender. Leftover mayo can be used on sandwiches, wraps, and in other sauces. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Vegan Sour Cream
- Blend all ingredients in blender. This sour cream is great on fresh baked potatoes, burritos, and tacos.Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Recommended Products
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Mori-Nu Tofu, Silken Style, Extra Firm, 12.3-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 3) -
Pompeian Red Wine Vinegar, 16 oz
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Ronco Chip-Tastic with Slice-o-Matic
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10Amount Per Serving: Calories: 177 Total Fat: 1.2g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 8g Fiber: 2g
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