Sarah's Potato Barley Soup
Warm, hearty, and brimming with wholesome flavors, Sarah's Potato Barley Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Made with creamy golden potatoes, nutty pearled barley, and a medley of fresh vegetables—like carrots, celery, and onions—this recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty and nutritious. Infused with fragrant dried thyme and rosemary, plus a touch of bay leaf, every spoonful offers a depth of flavor that feels both rustic and refined. This one-pot wonder is simmered to perfection in a savory vegetable broth, making it a filling yet light vegetarian option. Ready in just under an hour, this family-friendly soup is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnish it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy a soul-soothing bowl of home-cooked goodness that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 4 medium golden potatoes, peeled and diced
- 0.75 cup pearled barley
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Step 4
Add the diced potatoes, pearled barley, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the barley is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Step 7
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Step 8
Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2543.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1895.1 |
| Total Fat 43.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5929.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 339.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 57.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 39.9g | |
| Protein 54.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 423.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6369.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories