SMOKY BARLEY

Barley Soup with Veggies, Mushrooms & Smoky Flavor

Posted on July 30th, 2015

Most super foods are quite pricy, yet barley, which is also considered a super food, is very cost effective. In addition to that, you don’t need a lot to make a delicious barley soup.

This one for example is made only with1 cup of barley combined with variety of vegetables, which are always available in the supermarket and also very affordable. Of course, even better if you have your own garden, then you are really making this soup almost for free. And who doesn’t like healthy, delicious and inexpensive meal?  I certainly do and I am sure you do as well. No to mention, it is very easy to make even for beginners.

At last, I would like to share some information about barley and I hope you will find it useful. 

Providing blood glucose stabilization, cardiovascular protection, and cancer prevention, this ancient grain satisfies more than just the palate. Barley may be one of the oldest grains on earth, having first been used by the Egyptians 10,000 years ago and later brought to America by Christopher Columbus in 1494. Despite its long history, barley has not gained the same popularity as a dietary staple in the US as wheat or oats. Now, as the medical community unearths more and more exciting health benefits of consuming barley, this fact may soon change.

Rich in phytochemicals, fiber, and minerals that ward off a plethora of diseases, substituting your usual grain of choice with barley may confer an array of health benefits, ranging from balanced blood sugar levels to protection against cardiovascular disease and cancer. Read more