Broccoli, Barley, and Cannellini Bean Soup
A cozy soup made with vibrant broccoli, hearty barley, and creamy cannellini beans, perfect for warming your soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 cups chopped broccoli
- 1 cup barley
- 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until the onions become translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the barley and vegetable broth, stirring together and bringing to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the barley is tender.
- Add the chopped broccoli and rinsed cannellini beans, cooking together for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season with dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Notes
Reheat leftovers on the stove or microwave, and consider adding a splash of broth if it thickens too much.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg