Barley Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Barley Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 large onions, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 3/4 cup raw pearl barley or 3/4 cup pot barley, rinsed; 2 celery ribs, diced; 1 cup celery greens; 1 bay leaf; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt free herb and spice seasoning mix; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 6 cups water; 1 (1 lb) can kidney bean, drained and rinsed; 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced; salt; fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup raw pearl barley or 3/4 cup pot barley, rinsed
2 celery ribs, diced
1 cup celery greens
1 bay leaf
2 1/2 teaspoons salt free herb and spice seasoning mix
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
6 cups water
1 (1 lb) can kidney bean, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced
salt
fresh ground pepper

1
Heat the oil in a soup pot.
2
Add the onions and garlic and saute until the onions are golden.
3
Add all the remaining ingredients except the last 4.
4
Cover with the water.
5
Bring to a simmer, and simmer gently covered for 1 hour.
6
At this time the barley and vegies should be tender.
7
Add the beans, parsley, and dill.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper, then simmer for another 30 minutes over low heat.
9
Serve at once or allow the soup to stand for an hour or so before serving, then heat through as needed.
10
*Asthe soup stands, it will thicken, adjust the consistency as desired with additional water, then correct the seasonings.

115

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 large onions, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 3/4 cup raw pearl barley or 3/4 cup pot barley, rinsed, and more.

Yes, Barley Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Barley Bean Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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