Best 20 Lentil Barley Soup Recipes

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Lentil barley soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. This comforting soup is packed with protein and fiber, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal. Lentils and barley are both budget-friendly ingredients, making this soup an affordable option. Additionally, this soup is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a thick or thin soup, or you want to add additional vegetables or spices, this recipe can be easily adapted to your taste.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

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

BARLEY LENTIL SOUP



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Canadian Living recently featured a an article promoting recipes rich in grains. This soup looked so comforting and satisfying, I knew that as autumn arrived it would be the perfect meal. Submitted for 'Zaar World Tour.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Grains

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large carrot, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon pepper
salt
4 cups vegetable stock
2 cups water
1 cup brown lentils or 1 cup green lentil
1/4 cup barley
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt (optional) or 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (optional)

Steps:

  • In large saucepan or soup pot, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion, garlic, carrot, celery, thyme, marjoram and pepper until onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add stock, water, lentils and barley to the pot and bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Stir in chopped parsley before serving.
  • To serve, top each serving with a dollop of yogurt. Sprinkle with finely chopped parsley.

LENTIL BARLEY SOUP



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Meet the Cook: Soups are one of my favorite things to prepare - they're so easy, and nothing is better on a chilly evening with some homemade bread or biscuits. I am only 26 and married for just a year, so I don't consider myself an "experienced" cook. But I do love to try new recipes with a country flair. -Anita Warner, Mt. Crawford, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 can (49-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
3 medium carrots, chopped
1/2 cup dried lentils
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cubed cooked chicken or turkey
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
2 medium fresh mushrooms, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, saute the onion, green pepper and garlic in butter until tender. Add broth, carrots, lentils, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes. , Add chicken, barley and mushrooms; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the lentils, barley and carrots are tender. Add tomatoes; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

BARLEY AND LENTIL SOUP WITH SWISS CHARD



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Bean     Leafy Green     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low/No Sugar     Barley     Lentil     Winter     Healthy     Chard     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 10 first-course or 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 1/2 cups chopped peeled carrots
3 large garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
10 cups (or more) low-salt chicken or vegetable broth
2/3 cup pearl barley
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
2/3 cup dried lentils
4 cups (packed) coarsely chopped Swiss chard (about 1/2 large bunch)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Mix in cumin; stir 30 seconds. Add 10 cups broth and barley; bring to boil. Reduce heat; partially cover and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice and lentils; cover and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Add chard to soup; cover and simmer until chard is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in dill. Season soup with salt and pepper. Thin with more broth, if desired.

SOUTHWEST BARLEY & LENTIL SOUP



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My family makes lentil soup every new year for good luck. My mom has been making it since I was little. Over time, we've tweaked it so that all our family and friends love it. -Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings (4-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (14 ounces) smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 package (16 ounces) dried brown lentils, rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 cup frozen corn
10 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add kielbasa; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until browned. Remove from pot with a slotted spoon., Add carrots and onion to same pot; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and cumin; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in kielbasa and remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 35-45 minutes or until lentils and barley are tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 904mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 17g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

BEEF BARLEY LENTIL SOUP



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I serve this soup often to family and friends on cold nights, along with homemade rolls and a green salad. For variety, you can substitute jicama for the potatoes. -Judy Metzentine, The Dalles, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h20m

Yield 10 servings (about 3-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups cubed red potatoes (1/4-inch pieces)
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 cup medium pearl barley
8 cups water
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Layer with the potatoes, celery, carrot, lentils and barley. Combine the water, bouillon and lemon pepper; pour over vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until vegetables and barley are tender. , Add the tomatoes and salt; cook 2 hours longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 603mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LENTIL-BARLEY HAM SOUP



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"This hearty veggie-and-herb soup is light and easy to prepare, yet still has all the delicious flavor of my grandmother's original recipe," writes Priscilla Gilbert of Indian Harbour Beach, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
3/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1/2 cup quick-cooking barley
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, lentils, basil, oregano, rosemary and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes. , Add ham and carrots. Cover and simmer 10 minutes longer. Return to a boil; stir in the barley. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until barley and lentils are tender. Stir in tomatoes; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 1172mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER BISTRO LENTIL-BARLEY SOUP



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Enjoy this easy barley soup made with turkey, lentils and veggies - a hearty slow-cooked dinner.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 10h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bag (16 ounces) brown lentils, sorted and rinsed
2 medium onions, chopped (1 cup)
2 medium carrots, diced (1 cup)
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, undrained
12 ounces smoked turkey kielbasa, cut lengthwise into fourths, then sliced
1/3 cup uncooked barley
2 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) ready-to-serve beef broth
3 1/2 cups water
Dijon mustard, if desired
Prepared horseradish, if desired

Steps:

  • Mix lentils, onions, carrots, tomatoes, kielbasa and barley in 4-quart Crock-Pot slow cooker. Stir in broth and water.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 9 to 10 hours or until lentils and vegetables are tender. Top each serving with dollop of mustard and horseradish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 12 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg

ZESTY GREEK LENTIL AND BARLEY SOUP



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A nutritious Greek lentil recipe, perfect for anytime of the year!

Provided by Marilena Leavitt

Categories     Vegetarian Soup

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ lb. dried, small, brown lentils
½ cup barley
6 TBSP. extra virgin olive oil
2 small onions, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
1 stalk celery (with the leaves)
6 cloves garlic
2 ----- bay leaves
1½ cups tomato sauce (passata)
7 cups water (or more)
1-2 tsp. smoked paprika
1 TBSP. dried Greek oregano
1 tsp. salt (or more)
--- ---- pepper to taste
3 TBSP. red wine or Balsamic vinegar
--- ---- best-quality finishing olive oil

Steps:

  • Rinse the lentils well under cold water and place them in a medium pot. Add some water, just enough to cover them, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Empty the lentils into a colander to drain and discard the water.
  • Return the lentils into the pot, add the barley, olive oil, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaves, tomato sauce, 6 cups of fresh water and the paprika and pepper. (Hold off on adding the salt and the oregano). Cover and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat, partially uncover the pot, and cook for about another 30 to 40 minutes or until the lentils, the barley, and the vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally. Add the oregano and the salt and cook for 5-10 minutes more or until the soup is slightly thickened. If the soup is becoming too thick, add some hot water at this stage. Remove the bay leaves.
  • Just before serving, drizzle the red wine vinegar (or even better, Balsamic vinegar) and some extra virgin olive oil and stir well. Taste and adjust the seasoning. Pour into soup bowls, squeeze a few drops of fresh lemon juice for added flavor, and serve. This soup is traditionally served with seasoned Kalamata olives and a loaf of good, crusty flatbread.

LENTIL AND BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     lunch, project, soups and stews, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 generous servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped carrot
2 large cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
1 cup dry lentils
1/3 cup medium barley
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy, deep saucepan. Add the onions, celery and carrot and saute until tender but not brown. Stir in the garlic, cook a minute or so longer, then stir in the curry powder.
  • Add the stock, bring to a simmer, then stir in the lentils and barley.
  • Bring to a boil, lower the heat to a simmer, then cook about an hour and a half, until the lentils and barley are tender. Add some additional stock or more water during cooking, if necessary.
  • Stir in the lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve, garnished with a sprinkling of cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 412, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1120 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

CROCK POT LENTIL VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Crock Pot Lentil Vegetable Barley Soup Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by DreiFromBK

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 large onion or one small onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 medium summer squash (or zucchini), halved lengthwise and sliced thinly
1 C carrots, thinly sliced
1/2 C red lentils
1/2 C yellow split peas
1/2 C barley
1 can diced tomatoes
3 C vegetable broth (or chicken or beef), plus ~2 C extra water
1/2 t salt
1/2 t sugar
1/4 t black pepper
fresh or dried basil to top (optional)

Steps:

  • As with all crock pot recipes, this is a breeze to put together. Dice and layer all the veggies, and top with the grains, liquids and the spices (except the basil). The order I used was: onions and bell peppers, squash and carrots, lentils, peas, and barley, diced tomatoes and broth, salt, pepper, sugar, and finally the extra water. Set the crock pot on low for eight hours or on high for four hours. The lentils, peas, and barley will absorb a lot of water, so you may need to add even more extra (unless you like a nice thick soup like I do-then you will be very pleased when you arrive home from class!). Top with a sprinkle of basil and some pepper and enjoy!

RED LENTIL AND BARLEY SOUP



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Lentils have played a dominant role in Middle Eastern cooking since ancient times. This is a thick an hearty soup almost a stew.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Southwest Asia (middle East)

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
4 garlic, gloves crushed
6 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup red lentil, uncooked
1/2 cup barley, uncooked
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 bay leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, 5 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients to saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 1 hour.
  • Remove and discard bay leaves before serving.

LENTIL, BARLEY AND SWEET POTATO SOUP



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Even avowed meat eaters will tuck into a vegetarian soup that's this thick and hearty. Tip: If you're serving toddlers, spoon their soup into a blender and purée until smooth; thin with milk or water if needed. From Todays Parent Magazine. I always remove 1-2 cups of the soup, purree and return it to the pot.

Provided by FrVanilla

Categories     Lentil

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 stalks celery, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 sweet potato, peeled and diced, about 14 oz (425 g)
1/2 cup pearl barley
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
dried basil leaves
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
6 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth or 6 cups chicken broth, divided
540 ml lentils, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium. Add celery, onion and garlic, and cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add sweet potato, barley, oregano and basil, and stir to coat well. Add tomato paste and vinegar, and stir to combine. Add 5 cups (1.25 L) of the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 35 minutes, or until sweet potato and barley are tender. Stir in remaining broth, plus lentils and parsley; cook 5 minutes more, or until the soup is heated through.

CROCKPOT SPLIT PEA, LENTIL, AND BARLEY SOUP AKA WEIGHT WATCHERS



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I made split pea and barley soup and was left with only a little bit of each left. I made Lentil soup, and was left with only a little bit of the bag left. I really, really wanted split pea soup tonight, so I decided to put a little bit of each in and see how it goes. I also added some turkey pepperoni instead of ham (so feel free to use whatever smoky meat you want) because...I didn't have any ham! The outcome was something unexpectedly delicious, and I think I'll be making this quite a bit in the future! By the way, each portion of this is 6 very filling Weight Watchers points (recalculating for the new system) without the turkey pepperoni. With the turkey pepperoni, it's 7.

Provided by TracyFL

Categories     Stew

Time 4h10m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces dried split peas
1 1/2 ounces barley
1 1/2 ounces brown lentils
3/4 cup turkey pepperoni (or any smoky meat you want, or omit completely!)
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup carrot, diced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 bay leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 cups fat-free chicken broth

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker, layer every ingredient except the broth in order listed (do not stir). Boil broth, then add to slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender. 3Discard bay leaves before serving.

INDIAN BARLEY AND RED LENTIL SOUP



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Number Of Ingredients 1

1 batch 2 tablespoons canola oil; 6 scallions, chopped, white and green parts separated; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon finely chopped ginger; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder; 1 13.5-ounce can coconut milk; 1 cup dried red lentils; 1 cup pearl barley; kosher salt; 1 cup yogurt

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the scallion whites, garlic, and ginger. Cook, stirring frequently, until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the tomato paste and curry powder. Cook, stirring, until the tomato paste darkens, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the coconut milk, lentils, barley, 4 cups water, and ½ teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the lentils and barley are tender, 35 to 45 minutes (adding more water if needed to loosen). Serve topped with the scallion greens and yogurt.

BEEF BARLEY LENTIL SOUP



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Start this in the slow cooker before heading out to work and come home on a cold winter afternoon to the wonderful aroma of hot, hearty beef barley soup. Yum--what a treat. From Tasteofhome.com

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Vegetable Soup

Time 8h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb beef for stew, cut into bite-size pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
2 c red potatoes, cubed
1 c chopped celery
1 c chopped carrots
1 c dried lentils, rinsed
1/2 c medium pearl barley
8 c water
2 tsp beef bouillon granules
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp lemon pepper
2 can(s) (14.5 oz. ea.) stewed tomatoes

Steps:

  • 1. Put the meat into a 5-qt. slow cooker. Layer with onion, potatoes, celery, carrots, lentils, and barley.
  • 2. Combine the water, bouillon, salt and lemon pepper; pour over vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until vegetables and barley are tender.
  • 3. Add the tomatoes; cook 2 hours longer.
  • 4. Can use ground beef instead of stew beef. Brown beef with onion before putting in slow cooker. If you have to leave for more than 6 hours, you could add the tomatoes at the start, but use chopped tomatoes instead of stewed.

BARLEY AND LENTIL SOUP



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Make and share this Barley and Lentil Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 large onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 carrots, sliced
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
8 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and chopped
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
6 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth (ready to serve)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup pearl barley
1 cup dried lentils
salt and pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, add oil and heat over medium-high heat.
  • Add onions and garlic; saute onions for 10 minutes or until clear.
  • Add next 6 ingredients.
  • Cook until red bell pepper is just softened, stirring occasionally.
  • Add 5 cans of broth, tomatoes, and tomato paste.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in barley and lentils.
  • Lower heat and simmer about 1 1/2 hours or until barley and lentils are tender; stirring occasionally.
  • Add more broth to reach desired consistency.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Ladle into soup bowls and sprinkle with parsley.

BARLEY, LENTIL, AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SOUP



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At the start of fall I start making this hearty soup, Been making it for as long as I can remember, at first it was hard getting the kids to eat it because it had these little round somethings in it that they thought they didn't like, but when they did try it they loved it and always ate more then one bowl. I like to add sliced...

Provided by Jean Romero

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c red peppers,chopped
1/2 c onions,chopped
1 c celery,chopped
1/4 c carrots, chopped
1 clove garlic,minced
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
8 1/2 c chicken broth
1 can(s) (28 ounce) crushed tomatoes, with juice
1 c pearl barley, uncooked
1 c dry lentils,rinsed & drained
1 c tomato juice
2 c water
2 tsp basil, dried
1 tsp oregano, dried
1/2 tsp thyme, dried
1 bay leaf
8 sun dried tomatoes (packed in oil) drained and chopped
1 c sliced mushrooms (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. In a large kettle or stock pot, add oil and over medium heat saute' red pepper, onion, celery, carrots, and garlic, (mushroom optional) until tender
  • 2. Add salt and pepper and cook for 1 minute longer. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours. (If using whole grain barley, cook for 2 hours or until barley is tender.) Check and stir occasionally. May be thinned with broth or water. Ladle into soup bowles
  • 3. Serve with a good crusty bread, we use sour dough with garlic butter

BARLEY AND LENTIL SOUP WITH SWISS CHARD



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A delicious soup recipe with barley, lentils, and Swiss chard.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Other Soups

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 c chopped onion
1 1/2 c chopped carrots
3 clove garlic, minced
2 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 c low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth,
2/3 c pearl barley
14 1/2 oz can diced tomatoes (do not drain)
2/3 c dried lentils
4 c (packed) swiss chard, coarsely chopped
2 Tbsp fresh dill, chopped
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in heavy large nonreactive pot over medium-high heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until onions are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Mix in cumin; stir 30 seconds. Add 10 cups broth and barley; bring to boil. Reduce heat; partially cover and simmer 25 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juice and lentils; cover and simmer until barley and lentils are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • 2. Add chard to soup; cover and simmer until chard is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in dill. Season soup with salt and pepper. Thin with more broth, if desired.

BEEF-BARLEY-SPLIT PEA-LENTIL SOUP



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This recipe came from our local regional cancer center where I was a volunteer for many years up until October 2010. The home made soup mix (dry ingredients) were a gift to all volunteers and were layered in canning jars with pretty lids and covers. The dehydrated mixed veggies are the tiny ones (chopped small before drying...

Provided by Marlene Fields

Categories     Soups

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 - 3 c cooked beef, chopped small
1 c pearl barley, uncooked
1 c split peas, uncooked
1 c lentils, uncooked
1/2 c dehydrated mixed veggies from bulk food aisle
1 49 oz. can 99% fat free beef broth
10 c water
1 tsp mrs. dash herb and garlic seasoning
2 tsp salt (i like kosher or sea salt)

Steps:

  • 1. Bring all ingredients to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat to low and simmer 45 - 50 minutes, or until peas are tender.

Tips:

  • For a thicker soup, use less broth or water. For a thinner soup, use more broth or water.
  • Add more vegetables to the soup for a healthier and more flavorful meal.
  • If you don't have pearl barley, you can use regular barley. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot instead.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Lentil barley soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils and barley. This soup is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it thick or thin, with lots of vegetables or a little, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give lentil barley soup a try.

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