Here’s a French Onion Soup with Ribeye Steak and Peppers — a hearty, flavorful, protein-packed twist on classic French onion soup 🥩🧅🫑🍲
French Onion Soup with Ribeye Steak & Peppers
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Servings: 2–3
🧾 Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) ribeye steak, thinly sliced
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 bell peppers, sliced (red, yellow, or green)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- ½ tsp thyme
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese (optional)
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or chives
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sear the steak
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear steak slices 1–2 minutes per side until browned but still medium-rare.
- Remove from pan and set aside.
2️⃣ Cook onions & peppers
- In the same pan, add remaining olive oil or butter.
- Sauté onions 8–10 minutes until caramelized.
- Add bell peppers and garlic; cook 2–3 more minutes.
3️⃣ Add broth & seasonings
- Pour in beef broth, add thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors.
4️⃣ Combine & serve
- Add seared ribeye slices back into the soup to warm through.
- Ladle into bowls and top with a sprinkle of Gruyère if desired.
- Garnish with parsley or chives.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving – Approx., 2 servings)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Protein: 32 g
- Fat: 18 g
- Total Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Net Carbs: 6 g
✅ High-protein & low-carb
✅ Rich, savory, and filling
✅ Perfect for keto or low-carb dinners
💡 Tips & Variations
- Extra veggies: add mushrooms or zucchini for more volume
- Cheesy topping: broil the soup with cheese for a classic French onion crust
- Meal prep: cook onions and peppers in advance; assemble with steak when ready to eat
- Spicy twist: add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce
