Mushroom Barley Soup
Mushroom Barley Soup is a cozy, nourishing dish that warms the soul on chilly days. This hearty soup combines earthy mushrooms, tender barley, and vibrant vegetables for a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Perfect as a filling main course or a delightful appetizer, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 8 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add the sliced mushrooms; cook until softened and juices are released (about 8 minutes).
- Stir in carrot slices and fresh thyme; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add pearl barley and stir well to combine with the vegetables.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes or until barley is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg