Tomato Barley Soup

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Tomato Barley Soup, a wholesome and hearty dish packed with rich flavors and nourishing ingredients. This plant-based soup combines tender pearl barley, vibrant carrots and celery, and a savory blend of crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and aromatic herbs like thyme and basil. The addition of a bay leaf infuses the dish with depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a bright, finishing touch. Ready in just over an hour, this satisfying soup is simple to prepare and perfect for meal prepping or weeknight dinners. Serve it warm with crusty bread for a complete, soul-soothing meal everyone will love. Perfect keywords: homemade tomato soup, barley recipes, vegetarian soups, healthy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 0.75 cup pearl barley
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoon, or to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 4

Add the vegetable broth, crushed tomatoes, pearl barley, dried thyme, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.

Step 6

Simmer the soup for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the barley is tender and cooked through.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley (if using), and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3116.9 grams (3116.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1681

Total Fat 45.20g	58%
Saturated Fat 7.70g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6282mg	273%
Total Carbohydrate 282.50g	103%
Dietary Fiber 64.80g	231%
Total Sugars 64.80g
Protein 53.30g	107%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 677mg	52%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 6548mg	139%

*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: 23.2%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 64.6%