Beef and Barley Soup

Beef and Barley Soup is a hearty, savory stew that typically features tender chunks of beef, pearl barley, and a medley of vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, all simmered in a rich broth. It is a classic comfort food with roots in European and North American cuisine, often associated with home cooking and cooler weather.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is a balanced meal, offering a good source of protein from the beef and complex carbohydrates from the barley, while being relatively moderate in fat. It provides key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, fiber, and various minerals, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	480 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Zinc	3.0 mg
Niacin (B3)	4.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Manganese	1.0 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Barley, one of the oldest cultivated grains, gives the soup its distinctive chewy texture and is known for its high fiber content, which can aid digestion. Culturally, this dish is often seen as a nourishing, economical meal that stretches ingredients to feed a family, embodying a tradition of wholesome, rustic cooking.