Tomato, Lentil, and Barley Soup Recipe

Name: Tomato, Lentil, and Barley Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced; 6 cups water; 1/2 pound raw brown or green lentils, rinsed; 3/4 cup raw pearl or pot barley, rinsed; 2 large celery stalks, diced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced; 1 cup shredded green cabbage; One 28-ounce can salt-free diced tomatoes, undrained; 1/4 cup dry red wine, optional; 1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, to taste; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning (see page 4 for brands); 2 teaspoons paprika; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups water
1/2 pound raw brown or green lentils, rinsed
3/4 cup raw pearl or pot barley, rinsed
2 large celery stalks, diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 cup shredded green cabbage
One 28-ounce can salt-free diced tomatoes, undrained
1/4 cup dry red wine, optional
1 to 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, to taste
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons salt-free seasoning (see page 4 for brands)
2 teaspoons paprika
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

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Heat the oil in a soup pot.
2
Add the onion and saute over medium-low heat until translucent.
3
Add the garlic and continue to saute until both are golden.
4
Add all the remaining ingredients except the salt and pepper.
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Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat.
6
Cover and simmer gently for about 45 to 55 minutes, or until the lentils, barley, and vegetables are tender.
7
Stir occasionally and add more water if the soup becomes too thick.
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Season with salt and pepper.
9
If time allows, let the soup stand off the heat for an hour or so, then heat through before serving.
10
This soup thickens as it stands; add water as needed and adjust the seasonings.
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Per serving:
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Calories: 250
13
Total fat: 3g
14
Protein: 13g
15
Fiber: 16g
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Carbohydrate: 46g
17
Cholesterol: 0mg
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Sodium: 45mg

226

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced, 6 cups water, and more.

Yes, Tomato, Lentil, and Barley 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.

Tomato, Lentil, and Barley Soup

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