Barley is a type of cereal grain that can be used in a variety of dishes, including soups like this recipe. It contains a compound called beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber that can help lower cholesterol.
This recipe is high in sodium, with 1,607 milligrams per serving. To lower this amount, consider using a reduced-sodium vegetable broth and rinsing the excess salt off the white beans if you are using a canned version.
Mushroom, Spinach, and Barley Soup
Ingredients:
Makes 4 servings

FOOD SWAP
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe: 4| Calories | 556 |
| Total fats | 16.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g |
| Trans fat | |
| Total carbohydrates | 87 g |
| Dietary fiber | 20 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Sodium | 1,607 mg |
| Protein | 22.5 g |


