Turkey Barley Soup
Warm up with a hearty bowl of Turkey Barley Soup, a comforting recipe that’s perfect for using up leftover turkey. Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender shredded turkey, nutty pearl barley, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, this soup is both nourishing and satisfying. Infused with earthy thyme, rosemary, and a hint of garlic, every spoonful delivers layers of cozy flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for family dinners or meal prepping, as it reheats beautifully. Serve this rich and savory soup with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread to complete the meal. Perfect for cold nights or as a post-holiday treat, Turkey Barley Soup is your new go-to recipe for effortless comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups cooked turkey, shredded or diced
- 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed
- 8 cups chicken or turkey broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 piece bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the shredded or diced turkey, pearl barley, chicken or turkey broth, dried thyme, dried rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to the pot.
Stir well to combine and bring the soup to a boil over high heat.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer for 40-45 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
Remove the bay leaf and discard it. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.0 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1134 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.5 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 68 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 650 mg | 14% | |
*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.
