Swiss Barley Soup
A hearty, quick barley soup with melted cheese and a fresh green garnish. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 9g
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium carrot
- ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 handful spinach leaves
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, combine 1 cup pearl barley and 4 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
- 2
Add 1 diced onion and 1 diced carrot to the pot. Cook until the barley is tender and the vegetables are soft, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Stir in 1 handful of spinach leaves and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Ladle the soup into bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons of shredded Swiss cheese. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Ladle
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