Quick Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and diced
• 3 celery stalks, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 large potato, peeled and diced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, carrots and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
3. Add thyme, vegetable broth, potato, tomatoes and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
5. Add the green beans, corn, salt and pepper and simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• This soup is a great way to use up any leftover vegetables.
• This soup is high in vitamins A and C, as well as dietary fiber, potassium, and iron.
• You can add other vegetables such as broccoli, squash, or zucchini for even more variety.