Hearty Vegan Barley and Vegetable Soup
Warm up with this delicious and nutritious Hearty Vegan Barley and Vegetable Soup. Packed with wholesome ingredients like barley, vibrant vegetables, and robust seasonings, this hearty soup is perfect for a cozy evening. Ideal for meal prepping or sharing with friends, it's both comforting and nourishing, making it a staple in any plant-based kitchen. Suitable for vegans and those looking to incorporate more vegetables into their diet, each bowl is an explosion of flavor that will leave you feeling satisfied and content.
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Servings
153
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
fine barley
6 tablespoons (uncooked)
vegan vegetable stock
6 cups
garlic cloves
8 (crushed)
large onion
1 (sliced)
large carrot
1 (scrubbed and sliced into rounds)
medium parsnip
1 (scraped and cut into rounds)
large yellow potato
1 (chopped)
organic tomatoes
1 (32 ounce can) (crushed or diced)
fresh ground pepper
to taste
mustard greens or kale
1 head (roughly chopped)
Bragg's liquid aminos
4 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Rinse the barley briefly in a fine mesh strainer, then transfer it into a large pot.
2
Cover the barley with 3 to 4 cups of water and bring to a boil over high heat.
3
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
4
While the barley is cooking, wash and prepare all the vegetables.
5
After the barley has cooked, drain it in the mesh strainer, but do not rinse it.
6
In the same pot used for the barley, add the chopped onion, carrots, parsnip, and potato along with the vegetable stock and crushed garlic.
7
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
8
Next, stir in the canned tomatoes (with their juice), the cooked barley, freshly ground pepper to taste, and the chopped mustard greens or kale.
9
Bring the soup back to a boil, allowing the greens to wilt, which should take just a few minutes.
10
Remove the pot from heat, and just before serving, stir in the Bragg's liquid aminos to enhance the flavor. Enjoy your hearty soup warm!
Nutrition Information
30g
Carbs
5g
Protein
7g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Hearty Vegan Barley and Vegetable Soup.
Is this soup suitable for vegans?
Yes, this is a 100% vegan and plant-based recipe.
How many calories are in a serving of this soup?
Each serving contains 153 calories.
What is the protein content of this barley soup?
There are 5g of protein per serving.
How much fiber is in this recipe?
This soup provides 7g of fiber per serving.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 30g of carbohydrates in each serving.
What kind of barley is used in this soup?
The recipe uses 6 tablespoons of fine barley.
How much vegetable stock is needed?
You will need 6 cups of vegan vegetable stock.
How many garlic cloves does this recipe call for?
The recipe calls for 8 crushed garlic cloves.
Can I use kale instead of mustard greens?
Yes, you can use either 1 head of roughly chopped mustard greens or kale.
What type of potato is recommended?
One large yellow potato, chopped, is used in this recipe.
How should I prepare the carrots?
The carrots should be scrubbed and sliced into rounds.
What is the first step in preparing the barley?
Rinse the barley briefly in a fine mesh strainer before transferring it to a pot.
How long should the barley cook initially?
The barley should simmer for about 30 minutes or until tender.
Should I rinse the barley after it is cooked?
No, you should drain the barley in a mesh strainer but do not rinse it after cooking.
What other root vegetables are included besides carrots and potatoes?
The recipe also includes one medium parsnip, scraped and cut into rounds.
How much water is needed to boil the barley?
Cover the barley with 3 to 4 cups of water to bring it to a boil.
When do I add the canned tomatoes?
Stir in the canned tomatoes after the other vegetables have simmered and become tender.
What size can of tomatoes should I use?
You should use one 32-ounce can of organic tomatoes, crushed or diced.
What is the purpose of Bragg's liquid aminos in this recipe?
It is stirred in just before serving to enhance the overall flavor of the soup.
How much Bragg's liquid aminos is required?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of Bragg's liquid aminos.
How long do the vegetables need to simmer in the stock?
The onion, carrots, parsnip, and potato should simmer in the stock for 30-40 minutes.
How long does it take for the greens to wilt?
Once the soup is brought back to a boil with the greens, it should only take a few minutes for them to wilt.
Is this soup good for meal prepping?
Yes, the recipe description mentions it is ideal for meal prepping.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients listed in this recipe.
Should the onion be chopped or sliced?
The recipe specifies one large onion, sliced.
What type of seasoning is used for the base?
The recipe uses crushed garlic and fresh ground pepper to taste.
Do I use the juice from the canned tomatoes?
Yes, you should stir in the canned tomatoes along with their juice.
What temperature should I use to cook the barley?
Bring it to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
How do I prepare the garlic?
The 8 garlic cloves should be crushed before being added to the pot.