Barley, Lentil, Carrot and Cabbage Soup


Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
3/4 cup of shallots, chopped
1 small turnip, peeled and chopped
1.5-litres water
2 Massel stock cubes (vegetarian)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup pearl barley, rinsed
1/4 cup of dried red split lentils
1 cup of cabbage, chopped

Method

1. Heat oil on medium heat, in a large saucepan. Add the onion, carrots, chopped shallots. Cook for a few minutes, until the vegetables have softened.

2. Add the chopped turnip, water, stock cubes, soy sauce, dried sage, and bay leaf.

3. Allow to heat up, on low-medium heat, and add barley and red lentils. Then reduce the heat, put on lid, and cook on low heat for 30-40 mins or until the barley is soft.

4. Add the cabbage and if necessary, add a bit of water. Cook far another 5 minutes until the cabbage is cooked.

Serve with crusty bread.

Recipe Stars

Lentils may also help lower your blood pressure, blood cholesterol, and blood glucose.

Barley is high in fiber, which can lead to better digestion, reduced hunger, and weight loss.