Description
Vegetable Barley Soup is the ultimate comfort food, packed with vibrant vegetables and wholesome barley. This hearty soup not only warms the soul but also nourishes your body, making it an excellent choice for cozy dinners or meal prepping for the week. You can easily customize this recipe with your favorite seasonal vegetables or grains, ensuring that every bowl is uniquely delicious. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, this Vegetable Barley Soup is perfect for those seeking both comfort and health in their meals.
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 ribs celery, chopped
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ cup pearl barley, rinsed
- 6 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- ½ pound Yukon gold potatoes, chopped
- ¾ cup frozen green beans
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, celery, and carrots; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add rinsed barley, Italian seasoning, thyme, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes; bring to a simmer.
- Cover and simmer for 25 minutes before adding potatoes.
- Continue simmering for an additional 20-35 minutes until barley is tender.
- Stir in frozen green beans during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Remove bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg