Best 9 Barley Lentil Pilaf With Mushrooms And Spinach Recipes

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Journey into the realm of flavors with Barley Lentil Pilaf, a symphony of textures and tastes. This delectable dish, hailing from the culinary traditions of ancient Persia, captivates the senses with its nutty barley, earthy lentils, and aromatic blend of spices. Embark on a culinary expedition as we unveil the secrets behind this nourishing dish, exploring variations that include hearty mushrooms, vibrant spinach, and tangy pomegranate molasses. From the stovetop to the oven, discover the versatility of Barley Lentil Pilaf, a dish that promises to tantalize taste buds and nourish bodies alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MUSHROOM BARLEY



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Cook 2 sliced onions in 2 tablespoons olive oil until caramelized, 20 to 25 minutes. Saute 3/4 pound sliced cremini mushrooms in 2 tablespoons butter. Cook 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking barley in chicken broth as the label directs, then toss with the mushrooms, onions, some dill and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 544 milligrams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 4 grams

BARLEY AND RED LENTIL PILAF



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Make and share this Barley and Red Lentil Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katew

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon brown mustard seeds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 brown onions, finely diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 1/2 cups pearl barley
6 cups stock
3/4 cup red lentil, washed
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
500 g cauliflower, cut into florets
3/4 cup coriander, finely chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large pot and add mustard seeds.
  • Cook 60 seconds or till they start to pop.
  • Add onions and garlic - cook till soft.
  • Stir in ground coriander and turmeric - cook one minute more.
  • Add barley and stir till well coated.
  • Add stock, bring to the boil.
  • Simmer on low for 25 minutes, stir occassionally.
  • Add red lentils and simmer for another 20 minutes.
  • Add cauliflower and peas and cook about 10 minutes till vegetables are tender and nearly all liquid is absorbed.
  • Fluff the grains with a fork.
  • Stir through coriander and season to taste.

BARLEY-LENTIL PILAF WITH MUSHROOMS AND SPINACH



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from "the perfect pantry" - http://www.theperfectpantry.com/2010/03/lentils-recipe-barley-pilaf-with-mushrooms.html

Provided by ellie3763

Categories     Spinach

Time 4h50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup pearl barley
1 cup brown lentils
1 medium onion, diced
1 quart vegetable stock
1/2 cup dried mushroom (porcini or wild mushrooms)
1 cup water
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons thyme, leaf
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, dirt brushed off, stems removed, quartered
5 ounces baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • Place the barley, lentils, onion and vegetable stock in a 4-quart slow cooker. Set the cooker on HIGH.
  • Put the dried mushrooms and 1 cup of water in a glass measuring cup. Microwave for 1-1/2 minutes. Remove from the microwave and set aside to cool for 30 minutes. Gently scoop the mushrooms out of the measuring cup, being careful not to disturb the sediment at the bottom. Finely chop the mushrooms.
  • Add the mushrooms to the slow cooker with the tomato paste, thyme, one teaspoon each of salt and pepper, and the fresh mushrooms. Pour in the mushroom soaking liquid, being careful not to include the sediment.
  • After the cooker has been on for 4 hours, the lentils and barley should be done. Turn off the cooker, and stir in the spinach; the heat of the pilaf will soften the spinach. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed (and you will definitely need it). Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.8, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 68, Carbohydrate 38.2, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 2.6, Protein 10.3

BARLEY PILAF WITH MUSHROOMS



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This Barley Pilaf with Mushrooms is so delectably savory that you'll wonder why you've never made it before! It's the perfect side dish for most everything!

Provided by URVASHI PITRE

Categories     Main Courses

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons Olive Oil, or Butter
2 cups Mushrooms, diced
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
1 cup Pearled Barley, medium
1 cup water
Red Wine Vinegar, or lemon juice
1/4 cup Chopped Parsley

Steps:

  • Turn the Instant Pot on SAUTE HIGH. Add butter and when the butter melts, add onions and stir for 30 seconds. Add mushrooms and stir to coat with the butter.
  • Add salt, pepper, barley, and water.
  • Press CANCEL to turn off Sauté. Press PRESSURE COOK and cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 15 minutes.
  • Allow the Instant Pot to release pressure naturally for 10 minutes, and then release all remaining pressure.
  • Stir in red wine vinegar and parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 6 Servings, Sodium 396 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar

MUSHROOM SPINACH BARLEY SOUP



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Looking for a filling, meatless meal in a bowl? Ladle up this delicious soup. It's a treasured favorite with my husband, five kids and grandkids-and guaranteed to warm body and soul. -Darlene Wiese-Appleby, Creston, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 medium leek (white portion only), halved and thinly sliced
1 cup chopped celery
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups chopped peeled turnips
1-1/2 cups chopped carrots
4 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth or vegetable broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds
1 cup quick-cooking barley
4 cups fresh baby spinach, cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook leek and celery in oil for 2 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the mushrooms, turnips and carrots; cook 4-5 minutes longer or until mushrooms are tender. , Stir in the broth, tomatoes and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until turnips are tender. Add barley; simmer 10 minutes longer. Stir in spinach; cook 5 minutes more or until spinach and barley are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts :

MUSHROOM BARLEY PILAF



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This is a nice side dish to serve as an alternative to rice or potatoes. Hearty and healthy - low fat, high fibre, and a good source of protein. I like to make extras and take it to work as a healthy lunch.

Provided by Heather Plett

Categories     Grains

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb mushroom, quartered
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 carrots, diced
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves
2 cups chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup pearl barley
1 (8 ounce) can lentils, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Place mushrooms on prepared baking sheet in single layer. Roast for 15 minutes, stirring once.
  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat, cook carrots, onions, and garlic for 6 to 8 minutes or until vegetables soften. Stir in chicken broth, 1 1/2 cup water and barley. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer. Cook, covered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until barley is tender and almost all the liquid is absorbed. Gently stir in mushrooms and lentils. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Gently stir parsley into barley mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 204.6, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 8.4

BARLEY, LENTIL AND MUSHROOM SOUP



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This is a hearty soup made with whole grains and mushrooms simmered in a beef broth. It goes great with a crusty bread and salad.

Provided by Diana Hagewood Smith

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Barley Soup Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

¼ cup olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
¾ cup pearl barley
¾ cup dry brown lentils
⅓ cup dried porcini mushrooms, rinsed
2 quarts low-sodium beef broth
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
4 cups sliced button mushrooms
1 tablespoon dry sherry

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion; cook and stir until onions are limp, but not brown, about 5 minutes. Mix in the celery and carrot; cook for another 5 minutes. Stir in the barley and lentils so they are coated with oil, continue to cook and stir until lightly toasted.
  • Pour in the beef broth and season with thyme, parsley, pepper and the bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Add the porcini mushrooms, cover and simmer for 25 minutes over low heat. Add the button mushroom, cover and continue cooking for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix in sherry during the last 5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 106.7 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

SPINACH, MUSHROOM, & BARLEY PILAF



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A hearty warm comfort food that's a snap to prepare (most of the cooking time is totally inactive). Serves 4 as a main affair, 6 as a sidekick. A very versatile recipe...I occasionally add dehydrated sun-dried tomatoes to the barley as it cooks for a deep tomatoey undertone.

Provided by velorutionista

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup uncooked pearl barley
3 cups water
1 pinch salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
3 large garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon sweet basil pesto
1/2 lb cremini mushroom, thickly sliced
4 cups loosely packed spinach, torn into 1-inch pieces
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring barley and water to a boil over medium high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer till barley is tender and liquid is absorbed, 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • About 10 minutes before barley is done, heat olive oil over medium heat in large non-stick saucepan. Add onion and cook till transluscent and beginning to brown at the edges, about 3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and pesto and stir till well mixed. Add mushrooms and cook till tender, 4 minutes.
  • Add cooked barley and spinach and stir till well combined and spinach is beginning to wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.8, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 76, Carbohydrate 47.7, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 3.1, Protein 7.9

BARLEY MUSHROOM PILAF



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I love barley and I love mushrooms, this is a really good and out of the ordinary potatoe/rice side dish.

Provided by kzbhansen

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 1 batch, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup quick-cooking barley
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach
3 ounces fresh mushrooms
2 teaspoons dill weed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Cook barley according to package directions until tender.
  • Meanwhile wash mushrooms and pat dry.
  • Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Add nuts and let them cook for a few minutes before adding garlic.
  • Add garlic to skillet.
  • Slice mushrooms thinly and when nuts are nicely toasted add the mushrooms.
  • Increase heat to high.
  • Add the spinach, dill, salt and 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Stir.
  • Cook until mushrooms are softened and somewhat shrunk.
  • The barley should now be cooked dry and be tender by chewy. (If it tastes done but still has water around it, drain excess water.).
  • Mix barley with the spinach mixture and 1/2 the cheese.
  • Serve on plates with remaining cheese.
  • Excellent with garlic toast.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh vegetables, flavorful mushrooms, and aromatic spices will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the barley and lentils, make sure to use a large enough pan so that the grains have room to cook evenly. If the pan is too crowded, the grains will steam instead of fry and will not have a good texture.
  • Toast the barley and lentils before cooking: This step helps to bring out their nutty flavor and gives the pilaf a more complex flavor profile.
  • Cook the barley and lentils in broth: This infuses them with flavor and makes them more tender.
  • Add the vegetables and mushrooms towards the end of cooking: This prevents them from becoming overcooked and mushy.
  • Stir in the spinach just before serving: This ensures that it wilts slightly and retains its bright green color.

Conclusion:

This barley lentil pilaf with mushrooms and spinach is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with nutrients and flavor, and it is a great way to use up leftover barley and lentils. The addition of mushrooms and spinach makes this pilaf even more hearty and flavorful. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal that is also good for you, give this barley lentil pilaf a try!

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