Description
Vegetarian Barley Soup is a hearty and nourishing dish, perfect for warming you up on chilly evenings. This comforting soup combines pearl barley with vibrant vegetables and aromatic herbs, creating a rich flavor profile that invites family and friends to gather around the table. Enjoy this delightful bowl of goodness paired with your favorite bread for a wholesome meal that not only satisfies but also nourishes the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
- 4 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: dried herbs (thyme or oregano)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, saut? the onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
- Add the chopped carrots and celery; cook for another five minutes.
- Stir in the pearl barley and canned tomatoes; mix well.
- Pour in vegetable stock until ingredients are covered by about an inch. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs; reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until barley is tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale until wilted, about two minutes.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like cracked black pepper or parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg