Barley Bean Soup Recipe

Warm up with this comforting and flavorful Barley Bean Soup! Perfect for chilly evenings, this vegetarian recipe is packed with wholesome barley, tender vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, it's a delicious meal the whole family will love. A simple, yet elegant soup perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 232.1 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barley Bean Soup

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup pearl barley
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • Greens
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt Free Herb And Spice Seasoning Mix
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • salt, to taste
  • fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

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How to Make Barley Bean Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté until onions are golden brown and softened (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add 1 cup pearl barley, 2 carrots (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 4 cups vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until barley is tender.
  5. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed kidney beans, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.
  6. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 30 minutes over low heat, allowing flavors to meld.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  8. Serve immediately or allow the soup to stand for an hour or more to allow the flavors to deepen. Reheat gently if needed and adjust consistency with a little extra broth if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

3g

Carbs

13g