Ground Beef Spinach and Barley Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of hearty Ground Beef Spinach and Barley Soup, a wholesome recipe that blends tender ground beef, nutrient-rich spinach, and chewy barley into a satisfying, one-pot wonder. This comforting soup is packed with vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, simmered to perfection in a rich beef broth seasoned with dried thyme and smoked paprika for a smoky, savory kick. Quick to prepare and perfect for meal prep, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a nourishing, flavorful meal that feeds both body and soul. This protein-packed, fiber-rich soup is as delicious as it is nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 Yellow onion, diced
• 2 Carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups Beef broth or stock
• 1 cup Tomatoes, diced (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup Barley
• 4 cups Fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Water (if needed to thin soup)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the beef broth and diced tomatoes, then stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the barley, dried thyme, smoked paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.

Step 7

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the barley is tender and cooked through.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings as needed. Add up to 1 cup of water if the soup needs to be thinned out.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3322.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1744.5

Total Fat 104.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 327.9mg	0%
Sodium 8681.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 29.5g
Protein 104.3g	0%

Vitamin D 6.8IU	0%
Calcium 599.9mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 5238.4mg	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: 52.0%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 25.0%