Great Mushroom Barley Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of Great Mushroom Barley Soup, a hearty and wholesome recipe that’s perfect for chilly days. Packed with tender cremini mushrooms, nutty pearl barley, and aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup offers layers of earthy, comforting flavors. A fragrant blend of dried thyme, oregano, and a hint of soy sauce enhances the depth of this satisfying vegetarian dish. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a single pot, this soup is both easy to make and nutrient-rich, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve steaming hot for the ultimate nourishing bowl. Keywords: mushroom barley soup, hearty soup recipes, vegetarian soup, easy one-pot meal, comfort food recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 medium Celery sticks, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 16 ounces Cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 0.75 cup Pearl barley, rinsed
• 8 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for another 5–7 minutes until the mushrooms have released their liquid and have started to brown.

Step 5

Stir in the thyme, oregano, and bay leaf, coating the vegetables in the herbs.

Step 6

Add the rinsed pearl barley to the pot and stir well to combine.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 35–40 minutes, or until the barley is tender.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2940.7 grams (2940.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1415

Total Fat 47.20g	61%
Saturated Fat 8.00g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7634mg	332%
Total Carbohydrate 210.80g	77%
Dietary Fiber 42.70g	153%
Total Sugars 52.30g
Protein 57.20g	114%

Vitamin D 45IU	227%
Calcium 465mg	36%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 6069mg	129%

*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: 28.4%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 56.3%