Barley Soup With Red Beans Corn And Sage Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful barley soup, adapted from Deborah Madison's kitchen, is a comforting and satisfying meal. The secret to perfectly cooked barley? A two-hour soak! This ensures your soup is delightfully soupy, not a thick barley porridge. Learn how to make this delicious and healthy soup bursting with the flavors of red beans, sweet corn, and aromatic sage. Perfect for a chilly evening or a hearty lunch!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 191.1 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barley Soup With Red Beans Corn And Sage

  • 1 cup barley
  • Butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Bay Leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried sage
  • 1 medium onion
  • 2 carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
  • Tomato Paste
  • 4 cups water
  • salt to taste
  • Sea Salt
  • fresh ground pepper to taste
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • Borlotti Beans
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans
  • 4 cups vegetable broth

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How to Make Barley Soup With Red Beans Corn And Sage

  1. Rinse 1 cup of barley and soak in 4 cups of water for at least 2 hours (or cover with hot water while prepping).
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 2 chopped carrots and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of red kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup of frozen or fresh corn kernels, 1 teaspoon of dried sage, and 4 cups of vegetable broth.
  5. Add the soaked barley and its soaking liquid to the pot.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley before serving (optional).
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

9g

Carbs

10g