Low carb, lots of flavor. This soup is a nutritious and delicious way to keep your family in good health this winter.
This
Southwestern Three-Bean & Barley Soup is packed with fiber and protein to help you and your family power through winter weather. At just 205 calories per serving and 3 grams of fat, that’s something to feel great about!
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 large stalk celery, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 4 cups (32-ounce carton) reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- ½ cup pearl barley
- ⅓ cup dried black beans
- ⅓ cup dried great northern beans
- ⅓ cup dried kidney beans
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a slow cooker and cover, cooking until the beans are tender (about 4 hours on high heat or 7 to 8 hours on low).
Recipe: EatingWell.com
Make-ahead tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. For easy cleanup, try a slow-cooker liner. These heat-resistant, disposable liners fit neatly inside the insert and help prevent food from sticking to the bottom and sides of your slow cooker.
Here’s a video that shows you how to make Southwestern Three-Bean & Barley Soup:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUozZV6LbRE
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