Vegetable Soup

Here’s a simple and tasty Vegetable Soup recipe for you!

Classic Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced

• 2 celery stalks, sliced

• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced

• 1 zucchini, chopped

• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)

• 6 cups vegetable broth (or water + bouillon)

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• 1 teaspoon dried basil

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• Fresh parsley or basil, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).

2. Add carrots, celery, and potato. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Pour in the vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juice.

4. Add green beans, zucchini, thyme, and basil. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil if you like.