Lunch

Barley and Turkey Krupnik (Polish Barley Soup)

About 523 kcal, 37 g of protein, 63 g of carbs, and 9 g of fat per serving. It works well for lunch, and takes about 45 minutes to prepare.

Dairy-freeHigh-protein

Polish barley soup with turkey (krupnik) – about 523 kcal per serving
523kcal
37 gprotein (31% of energy)
63 gcarbs
9 gfat
14 gfiber
45 minprep time

Ingredients (1 serving)

  • Turkey breast120 g
  • Dry barley groats40 g
  • Potatoes150 g
  • Carrot80 g
  • Celeriac50 g
  • Leek50 g
  • Canola oil5 g (about ½ tablespoon)
  • Parsley5 g
  • Seasonings and extras: salt, pepper, bay leaf, allspice, marjoram

Instructions

  1. Cover the turkey with cold water, add the bay leaf and allspice, and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.
  2. Dice the carrot, celery, and leek, then briefly sauté them in oil.
  3. Add the barley to the broth, along with the sautéed vegetables and diced potatoes. Cook for 20 minutes, until the barley is tender.
  4. Take out the meat, chop it, and return it to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and marjoram, then sprinkle with parsley.

Krupnik tastes even better the next day. The barley will thicken it, so add a little water when reheating.

Nutrition information per serving

Per servingAmount
Calories523 kcal
Protein37.4 g
Carbs63.4 g
of which sugars8.1 g
Fiber13.6 g
Fat8.9 g
of which saturated0.9 g
Salt0.6 g

We calculated the calories and macros using the listed weights and our calorie chart. Protein provides 31% of the energy, carbs 52%, and fat 17%. Weights are for ingredients in the form specified in the recipe: groats, rice, and pasta are weighed dry, and meat and fish raw, unless the recipe says otherwise.

Which meal plans include this recipe

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Nutrition information is approximate and depends on the specific products and preparation method. This recipe is for informational purposes and does not replace an individual diet plan from a dietitian. How we calculate recipe calories.