SLOW COOKER RED BEANS AND BARLEY (LOW FAT)

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I found this recipe on fatfreevegan.com some time ago and wanted to put it here so all my healthy recipes are in one place. They say this is a Weight Watchers recipes and that is 4 points per serving.

Provided by Sarah_Jayne

Categories     Stew

Time 7h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup barley, uncooked and rinsed (use long-cooking variety, not pearled barley)
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 large celery rib, chopped
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, crushed
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
2 bay leaves
3 cups fat-free vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients, in order listed, in slow cooker. Do not stir.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours.
  • Stir and serve. Yields about 1 1/3 cups per serving.

Modupe Akinjiren
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans and barley. I always have some leftover beans in my freezer, and this is a great way to use them up. I also love the fact that this dish is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand


Queen Dola
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I'm always looking for new and exciting slow cooker recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of beans, barley, and vegetables is really unique, and the flavors are amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dan Cote
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This is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the beans and barley cook together, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I always serve this dish with a side of cornbread.


Ahad Bhatti
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The barley and vegetables balanced out the flavor of the beans perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Panda L.A
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This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. I didn't have a lot of time to cook, but I still wanted to make something healthy and satisfying. This dish was perfect. It was easy to throw together, and it turned out delicious.


Taniya khan priya
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This is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the beans and barley cook together, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I always serve this dish with a side of cornbread.


Aoodye Mohammed
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I'm always looking for new and exciting slow cooker recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of beans, barley, and vegetables is really unique, and the flavors are amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Kavin Jacob
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This recipe is perfect for a cold winter day. The beans and barley are so hearty and filling. I also love the smoky flavor of the paprika. I served this dish with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a perfect meal.


Doddo
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for ways to incorporate more plant-based meals into my diet. This recipe is a great option. It's packed with protein and fiber, and it's really delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ricky Davis II
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover beans and barley. I always have some leftover beans in my freezer, and this is a great way to use them up. I also love the fact that this dish is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand


Edward Sencion
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I especially liked the fact that it's a low-fat dish. I'm always looking for ways to lighten up my meals, and this recipe definitely fit the bill.


Saibah Ahmed
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This is one of my favorite slow cooker recipes. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. I love the way the beans and barley cook together, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I always serve this dish with a side of cornbread.


Emiliya Madzharova
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I'm not a huge fan of beans, but I really enjoyed this dish. The barley and vegetables balanced out the flavor of the beans perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Chinyeaka ursula Ejike
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This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. I didn't have a lot of time to cook, but I still wanted to make something healthy and satisfying. This dish was perfect. It was easy to throw together, and it turned out delicious.


Bhavnoor Kaur
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I'm always looking for healthy and delicious slow cooker recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The beans and barley are a great source of fiber and protein, and the vegetables add a nice dose of vitamins and minerals. My family loved this d


Kshitiz Chhetri
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These red beans and barley were a hit! I loved the hearty texture of the barley and the smoky flavor of the beans. I also appreciated that this recipe was so easy to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.