Mixed Sprouts & Barley Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mixed sprouts
• 1/2 cup barley
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tomatoes, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.
2. Add tomatoes, carrots, celery, sprouts, barley, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 mins.
3. Pour in vegetable broth. Simmer for 30-40 mins until barley is tender.
4. Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.