Low Fat Hearty Beef Barley Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Fat Hearty Beef Barley Soup, a wholesome and nutritious meal that's perfect for any season. Made with tender, lean beef stew meat, fiber-rich pearl barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, and sweet peas, this dish is packed with flavor while keeping things light. Fragrant herbs like thyme, oregano, and bay leaf infuse the broth, creating a rich, savory base that's irresistible. Simmered slowly to perfection, this low-sodium soup delivers hearty satisfaction in every spoonful. Ready in just over two hours, it’s an ideal make-ahead recipe for busy weeknights or cozy meal prep. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a nourishing, low-fat dinner the whole family will love! Keywords: low fat soup, beef barley soup, hearty beef stew, healthy dinner, vegetable barley soup recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups low-sodium beef broth
• 0.5 cup pearl barley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the cubed beef stew meat and brown it evenly on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the browned beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 6

Return the beef to the pot and pour in the low-sodium beef broth.

Step 7

Stir in the pearl barley, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours or until the beef is tender and the barley is cooked through.

Step 9

Stir in the frozen peas and let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat hearty beef barley soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3375.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1839.9

Total Fat 55.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 362.9mg	0%
Sodium 3003.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 165.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 543.4mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 5274.2mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 36.4%