Best 8 Hearty Vegan Vegetable Barley Soup Recipes

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**Jumpstart your journey to a healthier lifestyle with our hearty vegan vegetable barley soup! This wholesome and flavorful soup is packed with an array of nutrient-rich vegetables, protein-packed barley, and a savory broth that's sure to warm your soul. Dive into this delightful recipe and explore variations like the Minestrone Soup, Minestrone with Pesto, and Italian Wedding Soup. Each recipe offers a unique blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied and revitalized.**

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP



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My mom picked up this barley soup recipe in her fitness class and passed it to me. It's loaded with goodness! Sometimes, I substitute ground turkey as the meat and use chicken bouillon instead of beef flavored.-Emily Melton, Prophetstown, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
5 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 small onion, chopped
1 celery rib, sliced
1 medium carrot, sliced
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium beef bouillon granules
1 bay leaf
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
3/4 cup quick-cooking barley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the water, tomatoes, onion, celery, carrot, bouillon, bay leaf, garlic, salt, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes., Stir in mixed vegetables and barley; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10-15 minutes longer or until vegetables and barley are tender. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEAKER'S VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP



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Easy to make and delicious. Vegetable broth, barley, and lots of veggies make this soup hearty and filling. I use and recommend organic products. Please add a review if you make it. Enjoy!

Provided by BEAKER1

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

Time 1h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 quarts vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked barley
2 large carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
1 zucchini, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 onion, chopped
3 bay leaves
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Pour the vegetable broth into a large pot. Add the barley, carrots, celery, tomatoes, zucchini, garbanzo beans, onion, and bay leaves. Season with garlic powder, sugar, salt, pepper, parsley, curry powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 90 minutes. The soup will be very thick. You may adjust by adding more broth or less barley if desired. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 968.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

INSTANT POT® VEGAN VEGETABLE AND BARLEY SOUP



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Barley, zucchinis, carrots, tomatoes, and corn combine to make this hearty, versatile, filling vegan soup that is just so easy to make in your Instant Pot®.

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Zucchini Soup Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 quarts vegetable broth
1 cup uncooked barley
1 (14.5 ounce) can canned diced tomatoes
2 carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1 cup frozen corn kernels
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine vegetable broth, barley, tomatoes, carrots, celery, zucchini, onion, corn, bay leaves, salt, sugar, pepper, and garlic powder in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 20 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.6 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1116.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

VEGAN BARLEY STEW



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Whether you're looking for an easy weeknight meal or a super simple meal-prep option, vegetable barley soup is a one-pot dish that's packed with healthy veggies and grains! Enjoy leftovers throughout the week or freeze for up to a month.

Provided by Liz Thomson

Categories     Soup

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 large carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup pearled barley
24 oz can diced tomatoes
½ lb yukon gold potatoes, chopped into 1" pieces
3 cups vegetable broth
½ teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon oregano
3 large kale leaves, destemmed and chopped
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Add the olive oil to a large dutch oven or pot over medium heat.
  • Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 8 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Add the garlic and tomato paste and continue to cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the barley, diced tomatoes, potatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, and oregano and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until barley is tender and potatoes are softened.
  • In the last few minutes of cooking, add the kale leaves and stir until softened.
  • Add lemon juice and salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 170 calories, Sugar 5.7 g, Sodium 380.7 mg, Fat 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 4.6 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

BARLEY VEGETABLE SOUP



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Our taste testers loved this delicious vegetarian soup brimming with veggies and barley. Though it doesn't taste like it, the recipe from Mary Tallman of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin has only 128 calories and 1 gram of fat!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h40m

Yield 12 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1-1/2 cups fresh baby carrots, halved
1-1/2 cups frozen cut green beans
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
3 celery ribs, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
6 cups water
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth
1 cup medium pearl barley
1 bay leaf
1-3/4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first eight ingredients. Stir in the water, broth, barley, bay leaf and seasonings. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until barley and vegetables are tender. , Stir in tomatoes; cover and cook on high for 10-20 minutes or until heated through. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts :

HEARTY VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP



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Make and share this Hearty Vegetable Barley Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by VeganMom

Categories     Black Beans

Time 1h15m

Yield 15 cups, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (40 g) package onion soup mix
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (5 ounce) can tomato paste
1 1/2 cups carrots
3/4 cup barley
3/4 cup celery
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
8 cups water
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or stock pot, dissolve the onion soup mix in the water.
  • Add each of the other ingredients and stir well.
  • Bring to a boil and then turn down to low heat.
  • Simmer covered for a minimum of 1 hour to allow barley to cook.
  • Serve immediately. Great reheated as well.

HEARTY VEGAN VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP



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This is a rich minestrone-style totally vegan soup. I listed the veggies that I most often use, but you can really toss in any of your favorites.

Provided by Ex-Pat Mama

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1/2 cup mixed mushrooms, chopped
1 cup carrot, chopped
2 cups zucchini, chopped
1 cup green beans, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
14 ounces kidney beans, canned
14 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup barley, uncooked
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil

Steps:

  • Heat cooking oil in a large soup pot over medium high heat. Cook onion until translucent.
  • Add all remaining fresh and canned vegetables.
  • Pour broth over all and bring to a boil.
  • Add the barley and spices to the boiling soup.
  • Lower heat and simmer for 60 minutes.
  • Add water as needed if the soup becomes too thick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.5, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 1536, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 6.7, Protein 7.2

EASY HEARTY VEGAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Easy and filling. Idea came from an old Weight Watchers recipe. For best results, use vegetable bouillon or base without caramel color in order to makes a clear broth.

Provided by Shanda M

Categories     Spinach

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups water
6 low-sodium vegetable bouillon cubes (or 3 double bouillon cubes)
1/2 cup onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, chopped or pressed
1/2 cup celery, chopped
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cabbage, chopped
1 cup zucchini, peeled and diced
1 cup broccoli floret
1 cup cauliflower floret
1 cup portabella mushroom, washed and sliced
2 cups fresh spinach, stems removed
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Add bouillon to water according to package directions, heat until cubes are dissolved to make broth. Set aside.
  • Spray another pot with cooking spray. Saute onions, garlic, celery, carrots, and bell pepper together until onions are translucent. Add small amounts of water to prevent drying while sauteing.
  • Add broccoli, cauliflower, mushrooms, spinach, lemon juice and the broth. Stir, bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally until vegetables are tender. Salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your soup a more complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, and leafy greens.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. Some good choices include garlic, thyme, rosemary, sage, and paprika.
  • If you want a thicker soup, add some barley or other grains. You can also add beans or lentils for a boost of protein.
  • Serve your soup with a side of bread or crackers. This will help to soak up the broth and make a satisfying meal.

Conclusion:

Vegetable barley soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a vegetable barley soup recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy soup to make, give vegetable barley soup a try.

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