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    Published: Oct 30, 2021 by Angela · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    What to Serve With French Onion Soup

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    If you are trying to figure out what to serve with french onion soup for lunch or dinner, this list is of sides is exactly what you are looking for. French onion soup is a comforting warm bowl and is a meal in itself with the rich broth, large crouton on the bottom, and bubbly cheese on the top. However, this hearty soup deserves a great side dish that goes well with them. Therefore, you will want to pick the best side dish recipe that goes with your favorite stew or any soup recipe.

    I love making soups and stews in the crockpot so they can take all day to cook and there is not much work. At the end of the day, the slow cooker onion soup is ready and all I need is a quick side dish. When I don’t want to just crackers or toast and I want a dinner that is a bit more filling or fancy, these are my go-to recipes. Whether you want something healthy, light, homebaked, or unique, I have you covered with so many choices on what to eat with a homemade french onion soup. All of these sides pair well with the rich beef broth, sweet onions, and savory cheese that make it so amazing.   Which will you try first?

    What to Serve with French Onion Soup PN1 4 recipe images for broccol salad fig grilled cheese brussel sprouts with bacon and dinner rolls

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH FRENCH ONION SOUP

    This is a tasty list of what to offer with a french onion soup.  Based on your mood, preference, or diet, there is something for everyone.  To help you decide what to serve with it, I have broken down the list into some subcategories that I shared below. There are wonderful salads,  fresh-baked loaves of bread, vegetables, and more.  There are also gluten-free, keto, low-carb, and healthy side dish recipes. This list of what to goes well with soup or stew includes:

    • Salad Side Dishes 
    • Baked Goods Side Dishes 
    • Vegetable Side Dishes
    • Other Side Dishes 
    • Bonus - Desserts too!

    Salad Side Dishes

    With any soup, salad seems to be the ideal side dish. These recipes are a perfect match for the next time you have french onion soup for lunch or dinner. Pair one of these salad recipes next time and have a wonderful complete meal. 

    French Potato Salad
    Tender potatoes in a Champagne dijon vinaigrette with fresh herbs is bright, tangy, and crowd-pleasing.
    Check out this recipe
    bowl with french potato salad topped with fresh herbs

     

    Pomegranate Spinach Salad with Pears & Goat Cheese
    Beautiful green spinach is dressed with tangy creamy goat cheese, tart crunchy pomegranates, and juicy pears.
    Check out this recipe
    POMEGRANATE SPINACH SALAD WITH PEARS AND GOAT CHEESE

     

    Broccoli Apple Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing (no mayo)
    This healthy broccoli salad with carrots, raisins, apples, and cheese is amazing. The creamy greek yogurt dressing is low-fat and made without mayo. It is tangy, crisp, fresh, and sweet in every bite. It holds up great for potlucks and barbecues. It is even great as a leftover, unlike other salads.
     
    Check out this recipe
    Broccoli Apple Salad with Greek Yogurt Dressing (no mayo) overhead featured

     

    Butternut Squash, Apple, and Kale Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette
    Butternut squash and kale make the perfect Fall salad. The crunchy pecans, crisp apples, sweet raisins, and roasted butternut squash make the most amazing Autumn harvest salad recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    Butternut Squash, Apple, and Kale Salad with Honey Dijon Vinaigrette

     

    Grilled Peach, Avocado, and Goat Cheese Arugula Salad
    Sweet grilled peaches, creamy avocado, tangy goat cheese, and spicy arugula are a summer salad sensation.
    Check out this recipe
    grilled Peach avocado goat cheese arugula salad

    Baked Goods Side Dishes

    French onoin soup is a rich decadent recipe that goes well with breads and rolls. Even though there is a crouton in your bowl of soup, having fresh crusty or soft bread to dip into french onion soup is fantastic.  These are my favorite homebaked breads, rolls, and even a few keto & gluten-free chaffles too. 

    Easy Homemade Soft Dinner Rolls
    The best soft homemade dinner rolls baked using yeast are easy to make. These rolls are delicious and enjoyed best when warm straight out of the oven.
    Check out this recipe
    Freshly baked easy homemade soft dinner rolls

     

    Keto Fat Head Rolls
    Homemade soft keto rolls using almond flour are not just low carb (4 net carbs each!) but will please any appetite. They are sturdy enough for use as bread for sandwiches, buns for hamburgers, and great plain.
    Check out this recipe
    Keto Fat Head Rolls plated

     

    How to Make Artisan Ciabatta Bread
    Homemade rustic artisan ciabatta bread has a crispy crust and a tender chewy inside. This classic Italian recipe comes out so good & is easy to make. There is nothing like fresh-baked bread straight from the oven.
    Check out this recipe
    Ciabatta partially sliced on a cutting board.

     

    Keto Cornbread Chaffles
    Cornbread chaffles made with almond flour are the best Mini Dash keto waffle recipe. A savory low-carb & gluten-free side for chili, soup, or salad.
    Check out this recipe
    Keto Cornbread Chaffles featured 3 fanned chaffles on the left and right is a partial bowl of chili w parsley

     

    Keto Belgian Chaffles
    Keto and low carb waffles made from shredded cheese and eggs = chaffles. Each one has only 3 net carbs and a ton of flavor and versatility to enjoy so many ways. Great for breakfast, made into pizza, as sandwich bread, and strips for snacking.
    Check out this recipe
    keto belgian chaffles plated

     

    Vegetable Side Dishes

    For a healthy or rich vegetable side dish to serve with classic french onion soup, try one of these recipes.  

    Oven- Roasted Green Beans
    These delicious oven-roasted green beans will be a family favorite. The nutty sesame seasoning that includes garlic and onion adds so much flavor. This quick & easy recipe is the best thanks to everything but the bagel seasoning that elevates this simple vegetable side dish.
    Check out this recipe
    Plated oven-roasted green beans sprinkles with everything bagel seasoning

     

    Instant Pot Steamed Broccoli
    Instant pot steamed broccoli is a healthy and easy recipe that comes out perfect every time. In just a few minutes fresh broccoli is cooked and ready to enjoy.  This method works in any electric pressure cooker with or without a steamer basket and results in fresh steamed broccoli that is not mushy. 
    Check out this recipe
    Steamed Broccoli featured in instant pot overhead shot

     

    Caramelized Brussel sprouts with Brown Sugar, Bacon, & Blue Cheese
    Caramelized Brussel sprouts with brown sugar are a wonderful simple side dish.  To make Brussel sprouts even more wonderful add bacon and blue cheese for a sweet, salty, creamy, and nutty delight. 
    Check out this recipe
    Caramelized Brussel Sprouts with Brown Sugar, Bacon, & Blue Cheese featured overhead

     

    Deep-Fried Sweet Potato Fries
    Homemade deep-fried sweet potato fries are a quick and easy family favorite recipe. This fantastic method to deep fry & season them makes the best appetizer or side dish.
    Check out this recipe
    Deep Fried Sweet Potato Fries featured overhead of plate of fries and dipping sauce

     

    Other Side Dishes

    For more delicious ideas to eat alongside french onion soup, try these other ideas.  This list includes sandwiches, fried foods, and pasta.  

    Grilled Cheese with Figs and Hot Honey
    Grilled cheese with sharp cheddar, fresh sweet figs, and spicy hot honey is an easy gourmet recipe. A perfect combo of sweet and spicy between toasted sourdough. 
    Check out this recipe
    Grilled Cheese with Figs and Hot Honey feature

     

    Keto Monte Cristo Sandwich
    This keto Monte Cristo sandwich is an easy and tasty low-carb recipe. Full of ham, turkey, and swiss cheese for a warm griddled lunch or dinner. If you enjoy ordering this at Disneyland's Blue Bayou or Cafe Orleans, this is the recipe for you.
    Check out this recipe
    Keto Monte Cristo Sandwich featured two plates

     

    Keto Muffuletta Sandwich
    The delicious New Orleans classic sandwich recipe is now made keto, low-carb, grain-free, and gluten-free. Homemade fat head dough rolls are stuffed with deli meats, cheeses, and the authentic olive salad.
    Check out this recipe
    Keto Muffuletta Sandwich sliced and facing open

     

    Homemade Beer-Battered Onion Rings
    Onion rings are a classic fried treat that is so easy to make homemade. This beer-battered recipe for onion rings is the perfect side dish, snack, or appetizer.
    Check out this recipe
    Homemade Beer-Battered Onion Rings

     

    Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Spaghetti
    Chicken spaghetti in the Instant Pot is a quick and easy recipe. This one-pot chicken and pasta recipe is comforting and delicious.  
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Spaghetti featured portrait with napkin and forks

     

    Rigatoni al Forno (Baked Pasta)
    Rigatoni al Forno is a baked pasta casserole everyone will love. This easy recipe has hearty rigatoni, a rich tomato sauce, layers of gooey cheese, and more for a great Italian dinner. This is a comforting recipe great for holidays, potlucks, & make-ahead meals.
    Check out this recipe
    Pasta al Forno (baked pasta) plated with fresh parsley on top

    BONUS - Desserts too! 

    There is something about finishing a special meal with dessert. The next time you enjoy french onion soup, do not forget to make a wonderful homemade dessert. These recipes are great to finish off your meal with. 

    Keto No-Bake Cheesecake
    This easy no-bake keto cheesecake is creamy, sweet, and yummy. It is gluten-free, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly with only a few ingredients.
    Check out this recipe
    Keto No-Bake Cheesecake recipe card slice on a plate with mint and blueberries fork and napkin and whole cheesecake in the background

     

    EASY 3-INGREDIENT CREME BRULEE
    3-Ingredients create a creamy custard and caramelized sugar topping for the perfect creme brulee.
    Check out this recipe
    easy 3-ingredient creme brulee

     

    Keto No-Bake Cheesecake
    This easy no-bake keto cheesecake is creamy, sweet, and yummy. It is gluten-free, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly with only a few ingredients.
    Check out this recipe
    Keto No-Bake Cheesecake recipe card slice on a plate with mint and blueberries fork and napkin and whole cheesecake in the background

     

    Stewed Pears
    Sweet pears are stewed with sugar and cinnamon for a sweet treat. They are great for breakfast or for dessert as a topping or accompaniment. This quick and easy recipe makes wonderfully spiced pears.
    Check out this recipe
    Stewed Pears featured image of a white ramekin filled with stewed pears with a touch of cinnamon a spoon and red cloth napkin are to the left

     

    Fresh Strawberry Mousse Parfait
    Fresh strawberry mousse is an easy parfait dessert. It’s light and healthy with mounds of yummy berry whipped cream and puree layer making for a great no-bake recipe. 
    Check out this recipe
    Fresh Strawberry Mousse Parfaits featured portrait on table
    What to Serve with French Onion Soup PN1 4 recipe images for broccol salad fig grilled cheese brussel sprouts with bacon and dinner rolls

    What to Serve with French Onion Soup

    Angela
    For the best recipes to serve and eat with French onion soup, check out this list. There are salads, vegetables, baked goods, and desserts that all go well with soup.
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    Prep Time 0 mins
    Course Dessert, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, French
    Servings 4

    Ingredients
      

    TRY ONE OF MORE OF THE FOLLOWING RECIPES

    • Dinner Rolls
    • French Potato Salad
    • Pomegranate Spinach Salad
    • Sweet Potatoe Fries
    • Creme Brulee
    • Keto No-Bake Cheesecake

    Instructions
     

    • Make your favorite french onion soup recipe.
    • Choose one or more recipes to make as a side dish or dessert.
    • Enjoy!
    Keyword bread, dessert, French, rolls, salad, side dishes, sides, vegetable

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