Turkey-Barley Vegetable Soup

By Nilson

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 pound ground turkey
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 carrot, sliced
• 1 stalk celery, chopped
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup pearl barley
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 3 cups baby spinach, chopped

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes; transfer to a plate.

Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the saucepan and cook, stirring often, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.

Return the turkey to the pan and add the broth and barley; season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Reduce heat and simmer until the barley is tender, 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in the spinach.