A cozy and nourishing vegetarian barley soup made with fresh vegetables, hearty grains, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
¾ cup pearl barley
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
6 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp dried thyme
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 7–8 minutes until soft.
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Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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Stir in tomatoes, thyme, and bay leaf. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
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Add barley and potatoes. Mix to combine.
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Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook partially covered for 45–50 minutes.
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Remove bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper.
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Stir in parsley and serve warm.