Pin to Board A comforting, nourishing soup featuring whole grains and fresh vegetables—perfect for a light lunch or cozy meal any day.
This simple homemade grain and vegetable soup quickly became a favorite in our household due to its wholesome ingredients and ease of preparation.
Ingredients
- Grains: 1/2 cup (90 g) pearl barley (or brown rice, quinoa, or farro)
- Vegetables: 1 medium onion, diced, 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced, 2 celery stalks, sliced, 1 medium zucchini, diced, 1 cup (150 g) green beans, trimmed and chopped, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved (or 1 large tomato, diced)
- Broth & Seasonings: 6 cups (1.5 L) low-sodium vegetable broth, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
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- Step 1:
- Rinse the grains under cold running water.
- Step 2:
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until starting to soften.
- Step 3:
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Step 4:
- Stir in the grains and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Add zucchini, green beans, tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, thyme, and oregano. Bring to a boil.
- Step 6:
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30–35 minutes, or until grains and vegetables are tender.
- Step 7:
- Remove bay leaf. Stir in parsley and lemon juice, if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 8:
- Serve hot, optionally with crusty bread.
Brew fresh coffee easily to enjoy with breakfast recipes, desserts, or while meal prepping.
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Brew fresh coffee easily to enjoy with breakfast recipes, desserts, or while meal prepping.
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Pin to Board Preparing and sharing this soup has created many cozy family moments during chilly evenings.
Notes
For a heartier meal, add cooked beans or shredded rotisserie chicken if not vegetarian.
Required Tools
Large soup pot, chefs knife, cutting board, wooden spoon
Allergen Information
Contains gluten if using barley or farro. For gluten-free use rice or quinoa. No common allergens otherwise but always check broth labels for hidden ingredients.
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This wholesome soup is easy to make and delightful any time of year.