Low Sodium Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup
Warm, satisfying, and brimming with wholesome ingredients, this Low Sodium Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup is the perfect comfort food for anyone seeking a heart-healthy, flavorful meal. Packed with earthy cremini and button mushrooms, tender carrots, celery, and chewy pearl barley, this soup delivers robust layers of texture and taste without relying on excessive sodium. A blend of aromatic dried thyme, oregano, and bay leaf infuses the broth with herbaceous depth, while fresh parsley offers a burst of brightness to every bowl. With just 15 minutes of prep followed by a slow simmer that melds the flavors beautifully, this nutrient-rich soup is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prepping. Designed for six servings, it's a nutritious, low-sodium choice that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 10 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add both types of sliced mushrooms and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their juices and begin to brown.
Stir in the pearl barley, mixing well to coat it in the vegetable mixture.
Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, ensuring all the ingredients are submerged.
Add the dried thyme, oregano, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot.
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the barley is tender and the flavors meld together.
Remove the bay leaf, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for added color and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.9 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1152 mg | 50% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.7 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.3 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 332 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 4594 mg | 98% | |
*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.
