Vegetable Beef Barley Soup Recipe

Name: Vegetable Beef Barley Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp jarred); 1 cup frozen lima beans; 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (corn, green beans, carrots); 1 cup coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage); 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I use no-salt); 1 (46 ounce) can tomato juice or 1 (46 ounce) canv 8 vegetable juice; 1 -2 cup beef broth (adjust to desired consistency); 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; ½ cup barley (may sub. small star or ABC pasta); salt & pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp jarred)
1 cup frozen lima beans
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (corn, green beans, carrots)
1 cup coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I use no-salt)
1 (46 ounce) can tomato juice or 1 (46 ounce) canv 8 vegetable juice
1 -2 cup beef broth (adjust to desired consistency)
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
½ cup barley (may sub. small star or ABC pasta)
salt & pepper, to taste

1
Brown beef, onion, and garlic in large pot; drain grease.
2
Add remaining ingredients, except barley, salt & pepper.
3
Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer.
4
Simmer for at least 20 minutes; stirring occasionally.
5
Add barley and simmer for at least 20-30 more minutes; stirring occasionally.
6
Simmer until veggies and barley are tender and flavors have blended.
7
The longer it cooks, the better.
8
Keep an eye on the liquid, adding more broth or water, if necessary.
9
Season with salt & pepper to taste.

420

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Fat

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 -2 garlic clove, minced (1 tsp jarred), 1 cup frozen lima beans, and more.

Yes, Vegetable Beef 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vegetable Beef Barley Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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