Fast Mushroom and Barley Soup
Warm up with a hearty and wholesome bowl of Fast Mushroom and Barley Soup, a comforting weeknight meal that's ready in just 40 minutes! Featuring quick-cooking barley and tender mushrooms, this recipe delivers earthy, savory flavors in every spoonful. A fragrant sauté of onion, carrot, celery, and garlic creates the perfect base, while a touch of soy sauce and dried thyme elevate the rich vegetable broth. This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare, packed with fiber, and ideal for busy evenings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy a filling, plant-based soup that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Perfect for vegetarian and vegan diets, it's a must-try for anyone who loves quick and cozy soups.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup quick-cooking barley
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook for 5-7 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and begin to brown.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Stir in the quick-cooking barley, dried thyme, and soy sauce. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
281 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1254 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1105 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
