Barley and Mushrooms with Beans

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 12

Barley and Mushroom Bowl with White Beans

by The Chefin Entree

Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hr

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

280

Sugar

Fat

This satisfying and healthy bowl is perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner. Made with savory mushrooms, nutty barley, and protein-packed beans, it's a wholesome meal that will keep you feeling full and energized for hours. This recipe is also easily customizable - you can add any other vegetables you have on hand or swap the white beans for chickpeas or lentils.

Instructions

1.	Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.	Add sliced mushrooms, chopped onion, chopped celery, and minced garlic. Cook until vegetables are tender and mushroom liquid has evaporated, about 10 minutes.
3.	Add uncooked barley and stir to coat in vegetables. Cook for 2-3 minutes until barley is lightly toasted.
4.	Add vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until barley is tender, 45-50 minutes.
5.	Stir in drained white beans and heat through. Serve hot.

PROS

This meal is packed with healthy ingredients including vegetables, whole grains, and beans.

The high fiber content of barley and beans will help you feel full and satisfied.

CONS

Barley takes a while to cook, so this meal is not as quick to prepare as some others.

Some people may find the texture of barley to be too chewy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This meal is full of nutritious ingredients that can support digestive health and healthy blood sugar levels.
The mushrooms in this recipe contain antioxidants that can boost the immune system and lower inflammation.

	1 teaspoon olive oil
	3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
	1 cup chopped onion
	1/2 cup chopped celery
	2 cloves garlic , minced
	1/2 cup uncooked barley
	3 cups vegetable broth
	1 can white beans , drained