Adaptogenic Mushroom + Barley Soup

Adaptogenic + prebiotic fiber boosts resilience, ease stress + nourish the gut-brain axis.

Plant power that steadies your system when life runs high.

Mushrooms like reishi, shiitake, or maitake contain beta-glucans + adaptogenic compounds that support immune balance + resilience under stress. Barley adds prebiotic fiber to feed your microbiome, while root vegetables provide grounding nourishment for steady energy + mood.

Adaptogenic Mushroom + Barley Soup

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 medium carrots, diced

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 1 cup mixed mushrooms (shiitake, maitake, cremini, or reishi, if available), sliced

• 1 cup pearl barley, rinsed

• 6 cups vegetable broth (or mushroom broth for extra depth)

• 1 medium parsnip or potato, diced

• 1 bay leaf

• 1 tsp fresh thyme, or 1/2 tsp dried

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, to finish

• 1 tsp lemon juice, to finish

• Sea salt + black pepper, for taste

• Optional: 1/2 tsp ground turmeric

Optional Adaptogen Boosts

• 1 tsp reishi mushroom powder, or

• 1 tsp ashwagandha powder

Benefits

• Adaptogens → support resilience + stress balance

• Barley → prebiotic fiber feeds gut bacteria, aids digestion

• Root Veggies → steady blood sugar + comfort food satisfaction

• Fresh Herbs → antioxidant-rich, calming for body + mind