Hearty Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 cups spinach, chopped

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat
2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes
3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute
4. Add zucchini and bell pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender
5. Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes; stir to combine
6. Add thyme, basil, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil
7. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld
8. Stir in chopped spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted
9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; serve hot