Fast Easy Beef Barley Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Fast Easy Beef Barley Soup, the perfect weeknight dinner that comes together in under an hour! Featuring tender stew beef, nutty pearl barley, and a rich medley of carrots, celery, and onions, this comforting soup is brimming with rustic flavors. Simmered in savory beef broth, aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano take the flavor to the next level, while diced tomatoes add a burst of tangy sweetness. This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare with minimal cleanup, making it ideal for busy families. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a wholesome, satisfying meal everyone will love. Whether you're meal prepping or just craving a cozy dish, this quick and delicious homemade beef barley soup is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound stew beef (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 2 medium carrots (diced)
• 2 stalks celery stalks (diced)
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 6 cups beef broth
• 2/3 cup pearl barley
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the stew beef to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the carrots, celery, and onion. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the browned beef to the pot.

Step 6

Pour in the beef broth and add the pearl barley, diced tomatoes (with their juices), dried thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for 30 minutes, or until the barley is tender.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2555.8 grams (2555.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2148

Total Fat 124.30g	159%
Saturated Fat 42.70g	214%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 318mg	106%
Sodium 8224mg	358%
Total Carbohydrate 147.80g	54%
Dietary Fiber 31.30g	112%
Total Sugars 20.00g
Protein 125.90g	252%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 341mg	26%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 3609mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 26.7%