Best 12 Slow Cooker Vegetable Soup With Barley Recipes

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Craving a warm and hearty meal that nourishes your body and soul? Look no further than our curated collection of slow cooker vegetable soup with barley recipes. These delectable soups are not only packed with an array of colorful and flavorful vegetables, but also offer the added goodness of barley, a wholesome grain that adds a satisfying bite and a boost of fiber to each spoonful. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply seeking a lighter and healthier soup option, our recipes cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking skill levels. So gather your ingredients, set your slow cooker, and embark on a culinary journey that promises to deliver comforting soups that will warm your kitchen and your heart.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP



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This soup uses fresh ingredients. It's hearty, filling and so easy to make!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Lunch     Main Course     Soup

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon butter
1 onion
½ cup pearl barley
14 ½ ounce canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
1 large potato (cubed or sweet potato)
1 carrot (chopped)
2 ribs celery (chopped)
1 cup frozen corn (defrosted)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
8 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a medium pan and cook onion until it is slightly tender, 2-3 minutes.
  • Combine all ingredients in a 6qt slow cooker.
  • Cook on low 7-8 hour or on high 3-4 hours until barley is tender.
  • Discard bay leaf, season with salt & pepper to taste, garnish with parmesan cheese and stir in the fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 kcal, Carbohydrate 60 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1104 mg, Fiber 12 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER FRESH VEGETABLE-BEEF-BARLEY SOUP



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Most vegetable-beef-barley soups are bland soups to help people that are ill, but I like vegetable-beef-barley soup to have more flavor, so I have worked at making this one have more flavor and more veggies then most. When I make this soup, I make my family a nice loaf of bread to serve them with it, plus I also give them a nice chunk of cheese. I also fix a light dessert or slice up some fruit.

Provided by rlt11_NMC

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

Time 8h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 ½ pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic
1 (12 ounce) can tomato-vegetable juice cocktail (such as V8®)
2 large potatoes, diced
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup sliced carrot
¾ cup barley
¾ cup chopped onion
¾ cup frozen green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
⅔ cup frozen whole kernel corn
½ cup chopped bell pepper
½ cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon dried basil
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 bay leaves
sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms

Steps:

  • Combine beef, diced tomatoes with garlic, tomato-vegetable juice cocktail, potatoes, tomato sauce, carrot, barley, onion, green beans, corn, bell pepper, celery, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, thyme, oregano, marjoram, basil, beef bouillon cubes, bay leaves, sea salt, and black pepper in the crock of a large slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until the beef is tender, 7 to 8 hours. Add mushrooms and cook 1 hour more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.7 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 879.5 mg, Sugar 9 g

SLOW COOKER VEGETABLE BARLEY SOUP RECIPE



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This Slow Cooker Vegetable Barley Soup recipe (vegan) couldn't be easier. Just throw everything in the crockpot and walk away! Healthy, delicious and packed with nutrients.

Provided by Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

Categories     Soups

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 yellow onion (chopped)
2 carrots (cut into 1/2-circles)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
1 medium sweet potato (peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces)
4 garlic cloves (minced)
1 1/2 cups frozen green beans
3/4 cup pearl barley
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 14 ounce can petite diced tomatoes
6 cups low sodium vegetable broth
2 cups water
1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients, except for the parsley, in a large (6-quart) slow cooker.
  • Cook on LOW until the barley is tender, about 8 hours.
  • Stir in the parsley. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.75 Cups, Calories 164.7 kcal, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, Fat 0.7 g, Sodium 505.5 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 8.5 g

SLOW-COOKER VEGETABLE SOUP WITH BARLEY



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Save time slicing and dicing by using a combo of fresh and prepared frozen veggies in this wholesome soup with plenty of nutty pearl barley.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 8h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup uncooked regular pearl barley
1 dried bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1 1/2 cups ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots, halved crosswise
1 cup sliced celery (2 medium stalks)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (1/2 medium)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large dark-orange sweet potato, peeled, cubed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn (from 1-lb bag)
1 1/2 cups frozen cut green beans (from 1-lb bag)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14 oz each) vegetable broth
6 cups water
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained

Steps:

  • In 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, layer all ingredients except tomatoes; do not stir.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting 6 to 8 hours.
  • About 10 minutes before serving, stir tomatoes into soup. Cover; cook on Low setting 10 minutes longer or until tomatoes are thoroughly heated. Remove bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 8 g

SLOW-COOKER BEAN AND BARLEY SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried multi-bean mix or Great Northern beans, picked over and rinsed
1/2 cup pearl barley
3 cloves garlic, smashed
2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
2 ribs celery, roughly chopped
1/2 medium onion, roughly chopped
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons dried Italian herb blend
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 ounce dried porcini mushrooms, crumbled if large, optional
One 14-ounce can whole tomatoes, with juice
3 cups cleaned baby spinach leaves (about 3 ounces)
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan Balsamic vinegar, for drizzling
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Put 6 cups water, the beans, barley, garlic, carrots, celery, onions, bay leaf, 11/2 tablespoons salt, herb blend, some pepper and porcini mushrooms (if using) in a slow cooker. Squeeze the tomatoes through your hands over the pot to break them down, and add with their juices. Cover and cook on high until the beans are quite tender and the soup is thick, about 8 hours.
  • Add the spinach and cheese, and stir until the spinach wilts, about 5 minutes. Remove the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle the soup into warmed bowls and drizzle each serving with vinegar and olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 2693 milligrams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 11 grams

SLOW-COOKER VEGETABLE-BEEF-BARLEY SOUP



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Reward yourself at the end of the work day with a slow cooker homemade soup.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup frozen cut green beans (from 1-pound bag)
2/3 cup frozen whole kernel corn (from 1-pound bag)
1 1/2 pounds beef stew meat
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2/3 cup uncooked barley
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 carton (32 ounces) Progresso™ beef flavored broth
2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with roasted garlic, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Rinse green beans and corn with cold water to separate and partially thaw. Mix green beans, corn and remaining ingredients in cooker.
  • Cover and cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BARLEY SOUP



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This is a wonderful Barley soup made in the Slow cooker, but using the microwave to have in ready in 3 hours. Feel free to add any other vegetables that are available. As you can see no need for oil or butter.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Grains

Time 3h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium onion, chopped
4 celery ribs, chopped
3 carrots, peeled chopped
2 minced garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups chopped mushrooms
1 cup cooked chicken breast, chopped
1/2 cup pearl barley, picked over and rinsed
8 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Heat the chicken broth and pour into slow cooker.
  • Place chopped vegetables; onions, garlic, celery and carrots in microwave container; microwave 5 minutes.
  • Spoon into Slow cooker and cook on High for 2 hours,.
  • Heat up mushrooms in microwave.
  • Add rinsed barley,chicken and mushrooms, salt and pepper to the Slow Cooker.
  • On high cook another hour.
  • Serve with crackers.

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 :

VEGETABLE BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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The barley helps to make this soup filling and robust. I like to eat it with a piece of crusty bread slathered in butter.-Tara McDonald, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 7h45m

Yield 8 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 cups water
3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
1 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (8-1/2 ounces) peas, drained
1 cup tomato juice
3/4 cup medium pearl barley
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the seasoned salt, onion powder and garlic powder. Add beef and toss to coat. In a large skillet, brown beef in oil until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add the water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion and bouillon. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until meat and vegetables are almost tender., Add the corn, tomatoes, peas, tomato juice, barley, salt and pepper; cover and cook 2 hours longer or until barley is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 852mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW COOKER BEEF BARLEY SOUP



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A slow cooker makes this the easiest recipe ever. It has become a regular family favorite. So much so, that I was requested to bring it to Christmas Eve dinner. I usually use leftover boneless beef short ribs.

Provided by HCHImCBb

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

Time 8h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ pounds boneless lean beef, cubed
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder
3 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth
6 cups water
4 stalks celery, chopped
6 carrots, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 cup barley
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, saute the beef in the oil for 5 minutes, or until browned. Stir in the salt, pepper and garlic powder and place seasoned meat in a slow cooker. Add a little water to the skillet and stir to pick up the browned bits. Add to the slow cooker.
  • Add the broth, water, celery, carrots, green onions, parsley and barley. Cover and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours, or until the vegetables and barley are tender. Add the thyme just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 45.6 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 16.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 614.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN, BARLEY, VEGETABLE SOUP



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This is a clear chicken or turkey broth using left-over chicken or turkey with vegetables and barley. Since barley is a grain, I often eat this soup for breakfast instead of cereal. That way I get a headstart on my daily quota of vegetables too.

Provided by grammyof3

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 6h30m

Yield 18 cups, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 -3 quarts chicken broth (homemade or canned) or 2 -3 quarts turkey broth (homemade or canned)
2 cups diced meat
1 cup baby carrots, halved crosswise
2 cups celery, diced
2 cups onions, diced
1 cup pearl barley (regular not quick cooking)
2 tablespoons parsley flakes
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
4 -6 chicken bouillon cubes, to taste for flavor and saltiness
1 cup chopped cabbage or 1 cup sliced leek, whites

Steps:

  • The celery and onions can be reduced to 1 cup each and replaced by one or more of the optional vegetables.
  • Place everything in a large crockpot with dial set on High; cook 1-2 hours.
  • Reduce heat to Low setting; cook for 6-8 hours.
  • or.
  • Set crockpot on low and cook 10 hours.
  • Add water or canned broth to thin the soup if it gets too thick.
  • This can be frozen in individual portions and reheated as needed.

SLOW-COOKER BEEF AND BARLEY SOUP



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This recipe is inspired by the beef, leek and barley soup in "Home Cooking" (Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group, 2010), a memoir and cookbook by Laurie Colwin. It defies what you're told you must do to make an exceptional soup: Brown your meat, add ingredients in layers, and taste as you go. Instead, just chop a few vegetables, put everything in a pot - or in this case, a slow cooker - then forget about it. This recipe builds satisfying, hearty flavors in a few key ways: The small quantity of dried mushrooms not only nods to mushroom-barley soup, but also creates an umami backdrop. Opt for chicken stock instead of beef, which is more consistently flavorful across brands. Use a collagen-rich cut of meat, like chuck or short ribs. And last, a long cook time allows flavors to deepen, without any babysitting.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 8h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces, or 2 to 3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs (3 to 4); see Tip
1 quart chicken stock
3 medium carrots, sliced 1/2-inch-thick
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1/2 cup pearl barley
2 fresh thyme sprigs or 2 dried bay leaves
1/2 ounce dried porcini, crushed or chopped into small pieces
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, white wine vinegar or lemon juice, plus more as needed

Steps:

  • In a 5-to-8-quart slow cooker, add the beef, stock, carrots, onion, barley, thyme, porcini, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper and 2 cups water. Stir to combine, cover and cook on low until the meat shreds when pulled with two forks, 6 to 8 hours.
  • If your soup has fat on the surface, skim it with a spoon. (The amount will vary, depending on your cut of meat.) Remove and discard the thyme. If using chuck, shred the meat using two forks right in the pot; if using short ribs, transfer to a cutting board and pull the meat away from the bones. Remove any excess fat and cartilage, then chop and shred the meat and return it to the slow cooker. Stir in the vinegar. If the flavors taste muted, add salt and vinegar. If it's too mild, add more black pepper.

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, green beans, and peas.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. You want them to be tender, but not mushy. The best way to prevent overcooking is to add the vegetables to the slow cooker towards the end of the cooking time.
  • Add some barley for a hearty soup. Barley is a whole grain that will add fiber and protein to your soup. It also has a slightly nutty flavor that pairs well with the vegetables.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your soup. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich, flavorful taste.
  • Season the soup to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dollop of sour cream for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker vegetable soup with barley is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a cold winter day or a busy weeknight. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a hearty and healthy soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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