One. Cook the chopped vegetables in a little bit of oil.
In a big pot, warm the olive oil on medium heat. Put the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook the vegetables in a pan for 5-7 minutes until they start to get soft.
Put the chopped garlic in the pan and cook for one more minute, stirring all the time to avoid it from burning.
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After the fragrant ingredients are cooked until soft, put the chopped zucchini, bell pepper, and cabbage into the pot. Mix the vegetables together.
Add dried thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper for flavor. Allow the vegetables to cook for 2-3 minutes to make the flavors better.
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Add the vegetable broth (or chicken broth if you like) and the can of diced tomatoes with their liquid.
Add the bay leaf and let the mixture simmer. When the soup starts to bubble, lower the heat and put a lid on the pot.
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Let the soup cook gently for 20-25 minutes so that the flavors can develop and the vegetables can become soft. Mix from time to time.
After 15 minutes, put in the cut green beans. This helps to keep them firm but soft.
Number 5. Tweak the flavors.
Try the soup and add more salt or spices if necessary. You can put more salt, pepper, or even a little bit of red pepper flakes if you want to add some spiciness.
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Take out the bay leaf and pour the soup into bowls. Add some fresh parsley or cilantro on top if you want to add color and flavor.
Serve the soup with crunchy bread or crackers for a delicious meal.
Tips for being successful:
Personalize your vegetables: You can use different vegetables depending on what you have available. Potatoes, spinach, kale, or corn would be great to add.
Types of broth: If you want a stronger taste, you can use chicken or beef broth instead of vegetable broth. For a vegan option, use vegetable broth.
Increase the amount of protein. To make this soup more satisfying, you can add chickpeas, white beans, or lentils.
Prepare in advance. This soup tastes even better when you eat it the day after you make it, so it's a good choice for preparing meals in advance. Keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Have fun!