Best 7 Fast Mushroom And Barley Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of a hearty and nutritious Fast Mushroom and Barley Soup, a culinary delight that promises warmth and satisfaction. This wholesome soup is brimming with earthy mushrooms, tender barley, and a symphony of aromatic herbs and spices. It's a perfect meal for chilly days, providing a well-balanced combination of protein, carbohydrates, and essential vitamins. With just a handful of pantry staples and fresh ingredients, you can prepare this delectable soup in under an hour. Discover variations such as the creamy Mushroom Barley Soup, featuring a velvety texture and rich flavor, or the Slow Cooker Mushroom Barley Soup, a hands-off approach that lets the slow cooker do the work while you attend to other tasks. And for those seeking a vegan alternative, the Vegan Mushroom Barley Soup offers a protein-packed and flavorful experience without compromising on taste.

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

QUICKEST MUSHROOM-BARLEY SOUP



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Have a pot of soup ready in just a half hour with quick-cooking barley. Lemon juice, parsley, and Parmesan wake up the mushrooms.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/4 pounds white mushrooms, trimmed and sliced
1 medium red onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 1/2 cups canned reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup quick-cooking barley
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 chunk (1 ounce) Parmesan, shaved with a vegetable peeler

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add mushrooms, onion, garlic, and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add broth and 2 cups water to pan; bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat to a simmer; add barley, and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove soup from heat; stir in parsley and lemon juice. Serve garnished with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 15 g

QUICK MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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I surprised my mother with a visit some years ago, and she was preparing this soup when I walked in. It was so wonderful that I asked for the recipe, and I've been fixing it ever since. -Edie Irwin, Cornwall, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped carrot
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 cups water
3/4 cup quick-cooking barley
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups whole milk
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mushrooms, carrot and onion; cook and stir 5-6 minutes or until tender. Add water and barley. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 12-15 minutes or until barley is tender., In a small bowl, mix flour, milk, salt and pepper until smooth; stir into soup. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 654mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MUSHROOM AND BARLEY SOUP



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Nice, filling soup.

Provided by WRHS ProStart

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

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup diced onion
1 cup diced red bell pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (32 fluid ounce) container chicken stock
2 cups mixed greens (such as spinach, beet greens, and Swiss chard)
½ (12 ounce) package frozen corn
1 cup pearl barley
1 cup thinly sliced cremini mushrooms
1 cup peeled, thinly sliced carrot

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, bell pepper, and garlic in hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth over onion mixture; bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium low.
  • Stir mixed greens, corn, pearl barley, cremini mushrooms, and carrot through the simmering stock.
  • Cook until barley is tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.2 calories, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 6.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 488.3 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

VERY EASY MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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I love mushroom barley soup and I was originally making one that took about 3 hours to cook. This one is so simple and easy and takes a third of the time. If you like mushroom barley soup, you will really like this. It's perfect for a cold winter night.

Provided by SANDI149

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

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
¾ cup diced carrots
½ cup chopped celery
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
6 cups chicken broth
¾ cup barley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery and garlic; cook and stir until onions are tender and transparent. Stir in mushrooms and continue to cook for a few minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and add barley. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until barley is tender, about 50 minutes. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 27.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

DEB'S MUSHROOM & BARLEY SOUP



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Nothing is more comforting than coming home to this rich soup! I prepare the ingredients the night before and start the slow cooker on my way out the door in the morning. -Debra Kamerman, New York, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 6h25m

Yield 10 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms
3 medium carrots, finely chopped
3 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon pepper
5 cups water
4 cups beef stock
3 teaspoons salt, divided
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 pound ground turkey

Steps:

  • Place first 9 ingredients and 2-1/2 teaspoons salt in a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker., In a large bowl, mix egg and remaining salt. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls; drop gently into slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables and barley are tender, 6-8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 967mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

QUICK-COOKING MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP



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This New York style mushroom barley soup is fast to make and super comforting in the winter. This recipe was adopted from Lorna Sass' Short-cut vegetarian cookbook.

Provided by Eat Your Vegetables

Categories     Grains

Time 30m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups onions, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
6 cups boiling water
1/4 cup tomato paste
3 tablespoons instant vegetable stock powder
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
1/2 ounce dried mushroom, sliced and rinsed
3 large carrots, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 large celery ribs, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 -3 teaspoons fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 -4 tablespoons dry sherry (optional)
1 -2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute the onions and garlic for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  • Add the boiling water, tomato paste, stock powder, barley, mushrooms, carrots, celery, 2 t dill, the thyme and salt. Stir well and bring to a boil. Cover, lower the heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Taste and add up to 1 t more dill if you like. Cover and simmer until the vegetables and barley are tender, about 5 more minutes.
  • If you wish, enhance the flavor with either sherr or balsamic vinegar, and add black peppr to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.2, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 395.7, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 6.9, Protein 4.2

FAST MUSHROOM AND BARLEY SOUP



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Make and share this Fast Mushroom and Barley Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Erv Kosch

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 Cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

10 ounces mushrooms, fresh and diced, thin sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 cup celery, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 pinch salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups chicken broth
4 cups beef broth
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan heat your oil over medium heat.
  • Sauté your onion, carrot, and celery for 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic/leek and mushrooms and sauté mixture for 5 more minutes.
  • Mix the flour, parsley, salt, pepper together.
  • Stir the dry mixture into the wet mixture and cook for 3 minutes.
  • Whisk in the broths and bring to a fast boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Add barley and cook for 10 minutes or until barely is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.7, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 703, Carbohydrate 12.9, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.1, Protein 6.3

Tips:

  • Use a variety of mushrooms. This will give your soup a more complex flavor. Some good options include cremini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
  • Sauté the mushrooms before adding them to the soup. This will help to brown them and develop their flavor.
  • Use a good quality barley. Pearl barley is a good choice for this soup, as it holds its shape well and has a slightly chewy texture.
  • Don't overcook the barley. It should be tender but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
  • Serve the soup hot with a side of bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This fast mushroom and barley soup is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover mushrooms. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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