Lentil Barley Soup

A big pot of lentils, tomatoes, and pearl barley simmer into this hearty soup. A great "make ahead" for quick meals and easy clean up.

Prep 15 minCook 125 minTotal 140 minUpdated Jul 3, 2026140 minVegetarianVegan

A big pot of lentils, tomatoes, and pearl barley simmer into this hearty soup. A great "make ahead" for quick meals and easy clean up.

Ingredients

  • 2 cup Dried lentils, rinsed
  • 4 cup Scallions
  • 5 piece(s) Carrots, chopped
  • 2 tsp Dried oregano
  • 1 medium Pearl barley
  • 12 cups Water
  • 14.5 cup Low-sodium whole peeled tomatoes (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

  1. Place a large soup pot on the stove and add lentils, scallions, carrots, celery, oregano, barley, and water. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for one hour.
  3. Add the tomatoes and continue cooking about 45 minutes. Just before serving, add vinegar.

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