Barley Burger Main Course Soup Recipe

This comforting and flavorful barley soup is a hearty meal in a bowl! Featuring juicy burger or sirloin, earthy mushrooms, and tender barley, this recipe is perfect for a chilly evening. Easily customizable with your favorite vegetables, it's a delicious and satisfying alternative to a traditional burger.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 227.2 kcal
Protein 27g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barley Burger Main Course Soup

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, with their juice
  • 1 (16 ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables
  • 2 cups beef consomme
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup barley (pearled or hulled)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon pepper, salt to taste
  • fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Barley Burger Main Course Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms. Cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Meanwhile, brown 1 pound of ground beef (or 1 pound beef sirloin, cut into 1-inch cubes) in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add the browned beef to the onion mixture in the pot.
  5. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can of crushed tomatoes with their juice, 2 cups of beef consommé, 4 cups of water, 1 cup of barley (pearled or hulled), 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 tablespoon white vinegar, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 (16 ounce) package of frozen mixed vegetables.
  6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

13g

Carbs

8g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Barley Burger Main Course Soup?

Barley Burger Main Course Soup takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Barley Burger Main Course Soup?

Barley Burger Main Course Soup has approximately 227.2 calories per serving, with about 27 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Barley Burger Main Course Soup?

The key ingredients for Barley Burger Main Course Soup are Oil, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Mushroom, Ground Beef, Crushed Tomatoes. See the full list with measurements above.

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