This French Onion Vegan Dip is not only dairy-free but also low-fat and delicious. Caramelized onions are what give this dip the sweetest flavor. Great with chips, crusty bread, or crispy veggies.
Begin by making the homemade vegan mayo and sour cream. Each can be made with only a handful of ingredients and a blender. Recipes for both are below.
Next, dice the onion and garlic. I like to leave my onions a little chunky, but you can make yours as large or small as desired. The garlic needs to be minced into small pieces.
In a large saucepan, saute the onion and garlic in veggie broth or water. Cook until caramelized by continuing to brown and add veggie broth or water, one tablespoon at a time until onions are lightly browned.
Remove the pan 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 with chips, crusty bread, or fresh veggies.
Low-Fat Mayo
Blend all ingredients in a blender. Leftover mayo can be used on sandwiches, wraps, and in other sauces. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Vegan Sour Cream
Blend all ingredients in a blender. This sour cream is great on fresh baked potatoes, burritos, and tacos. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Detailed instructions, in-process photos, and my personal helpful tips can be found in the article above.Your Vegan Dip Questions Answered:
Q: Do I have to cook the onions before adding them? Yes, cooking the onion brings out the sweet bold flavor, and the dip will not taste the same at all with uncooked onions.
Q: How long will this dip last? Keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Q: Is this dip healthy? It is made with wholesome lower-fat ingredients without any dairy or oil. A terrific healthy snack when served with oil-free homemade potato chips or veggies.