Caribbean Beef Barley Soup with Vegetables

Embrace the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this hearty and wholesome Caribbean Beef Barley Soup with Vegetables. Featuring tender, seared beef stew meat simmered in a richly spiced beef broth infused with aromatic allspice, thyme, and oregano, this soup is as comforting as it is flavorful. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like pearl barley, sweet potatoes, green beans, and a medley of colorful vegetables, this dish offers the perfect balance of taste and nutrition. A splash of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley bring a bright, zesty finish to every spoonful. Ready in under two hours, this one-pot wonder is ideal for cozy family dinners or meal prep for the week. Bursting with warmth and Caribbean-inspired flair, this soup is sure to become a new go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Beef stew meat
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 stalks Celery, diced
• 1 medium Bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 units Bay leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Allspice
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 8 cups Beef broth
• 0.75 cup Pearl barley
• 1 medium Sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1 cup Frozen green beans
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the beef stew meat with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Return the seared beef to the pot and add the cherry tomatoes, bay leaves, allspice, thyme, and oregano. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.

Step 8

Add the pearl barley to the soup and stir well. Continue simmering uncovered for another 25-30 minutes, or until the barley is tender.

Step 9

Stir in the diced sweet potato and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender.

Step 10

Add the frozen green beans and simmer for 5 more minutes.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaves, then stir in the lime juice and fresh parsley.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3781.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3006.4

Total Fat 138.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 612.3mg	0%
Sodium 10433.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.5g
Protein 225.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 635.8mg	0%
Iron 31.3mg	0%
Potassium 6035.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 27.7%