Mushroom Barley Soup
Cozy up with a warm and hearty bowl of Mushroom Barley Soup, the perfect combination of wholesome, earthy flavors and satisfying comfort food. This one-pot recipe is brimming with tender pearl barley, savory cremini mushrooms, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, all simmered in a flavorful vegetable broth infused with thyme and bay leaf. Ready in just over an hour, this nutrient-packed, plant-based soup is easy to prepare and perfect for meal prepping or serving a crowd. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and enjoy this nourishing, vegan-friendly dish that's as comforting as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 medium Carrots, diced
- 2 pieces Celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces Cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced
- 0.75 cup Pearl barley, rinsed
- 8 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their liquid and begin to brown.
Step 5
Stir in the pearl barley, vegetable broth, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 6
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 35-40 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
Step 7
Remove the bay leaf and taste the soup. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
Step 8
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2740.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1356.2 |
| Total Fat 46.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7038.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 200.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 47.5g | |
| Protein 51.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 34.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 426.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5517.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories