Mushroom and Barley Soup Crock Pot

Dive into the cozy, earthy flavors of this Mushroom and Barley Soup made effortlessly in your crock pot. This hearty vegetarian soup combines tender cremini mushrooms, nutty pearl barley, and a medley of vegetables—including carrots, celery, and onion—simmered to perfection in a fragrant blend of vegetable broth, thyme, rosemary, and a hint of garlic. With minimal prep and the convenience of slow cooking, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Ideal for anyone seeking a wholesome, satisfying, and warming dish, this soup is as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 16 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
• 0.75 cup pearl barley, rinsed
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms, pearl barley, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot.

Step 5

Stir everything to combine.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on low for 6–7 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the barley is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Step 7

Once done, remove the bay leaf and taste the soup. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2401.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1209.9

Total Fat 43.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5924.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.0g	0%
Total Sugars 43.4g
Protein 47.0g	0%

Vitamin D 45.4IU	0%
Calcium 384.0mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 5099.4mg	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: 30.2%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 55.2%