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Hearty Mushroom and Barley Soup

Best Hearty Mushroom and Barley Soup to Warm Your Soul Today

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Hearty Mushroom and Barley Soup, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 cups mixed mushrooms (cremini and shiitake) for layered earthiness
  • 1 cup pearl barley adds nutty flavor
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 6 cups vegetable broth homemade or low-sodium
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme for herbal brightness
  • 1 leaf bay leaf for earthiness
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
Optional Finishing Touches
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice splash for brightness
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for a savory finish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Hearty Mushroom and Barley Soup
  1. Warm 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; cook for about 5 minutes until soft.
  3. Stir in sliced mushrooms and minced garlic; sauté for 4–5 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and pearl barley; add thyme sprigs and bay leaf, then bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35–40 minutes until barley is tender.
  6. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaf; stir in salt, pepper, and lemon juice if desired, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 7gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle fresh parsley or grated Parmesan on top before serving.

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