Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach
Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach brings tender pearls of barley together with creamy beans and wilted greens in a gently herbed broth. Hints of rosemary, garlic, and a splash of white wine add depth, while peppers and mushrooms round out the flavor. It’s a cozy, meatless option perfect for a weeknight dinner or a comforting lunch.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook1 hr
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Bring the barley and water to a boil in a pot.
- 2
Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until tender.
- 3
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook the onion and garlic until tender.
- 4
Season with rosemary.
- 5
Add the mushrooms, yellow bell pepper, and wine to the pot, and cook for 5 minutes.
- 6
Stir in the cooked barley, beans, tomatoes, and spinach.
- 7
Season with red pepper flakes.
- 8
Continue cooking for 10 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
- Calories 309.86 kcal Moderate
- Protein 9.83 g Moderate
- Carbs 65.64 g Moderate
- Total Fat 1.52 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.15 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.05 mg Low Source
- Sodium 480.96 mg High
- Fiber 15.73 g Good Source
- Sugar 13.18 g High
- Added Sugar 4.97 g Moderate
- Calcium 274.95 mg Good Source
- Iron 4.77 mg Good Source
- Potassium 757.68 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 779.31 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 85.36 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 1.52 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach is a dinner recipe made with 13 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Barley, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Rosemary, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 309.86 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach?
- It is a stew recipe made with 13 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach made of?
- The main ingredients are Barley, Diced Tomatoes, Dried Rosemary, Garlic, Mushrooms. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach?
- About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 1 hr to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 309.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Barley Stew with White Beans and Spinach easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 8 steps.
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