Warm up with this hearty Cabbage Barley Soup recipe. Made with brown lentils, pearl barley, carrots and celery. Easy step-by-step instructions included.
This Cabbage Barley Soup relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as dried brown lentils, rinsed, medium pearl barley, medium carrots, chopped and celery ribs, chopped. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 101 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.
Updated Jun 30, 2026