Easy and Delicious Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

1 large onion, chopped

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 carrots, peeled and chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 zucchini, chopped

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

6 cups vegetable broth

1 cup green beans, chopped

1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)

1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried basil

1 bay leaf

Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

★Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the carrots and celery, cook for another 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the zucchini and bell pepper, cook for 3 minutes.
5. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, green beans, corn, peas, thyme, basil, and bay leaf.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Enjoy!