Adzuki Beans Soup with Pearl Barley and Kale

Name: Adzuki Beans Soup with Pearl Barley and Kale
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Asian, Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium red onion, diced; 1 medium carrot, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 2 large garlic cloves, diced; 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 100 g (3.5 oz) pearl barley; 1 x 400 g (14 oz) can adzuki beans; 1 litre (4 cups) vegetable stock; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 100 g (3.5 oz) kale, stemmed and chopped; Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

This delicious adzuki beans soup with pearl barley and kale is naturally vegan and incredibly filling. It's packed with tons of flavour, texture and colour, and it's super easy to throw together for a quick midweek meal.

Updated at: Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:28:24 GMT