When it cold you all need a delicious bowl of soup.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the diced carrots, celery, bell pepper, zucchini, and green beans to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in the dried thyme and oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other vegetables you have on hand or incorporating cooked beans or grains for extra protein and texture. Enjoy your hearty and nutritious vegetable soup!
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