Vegetable Soup Recipe

Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add Carrots and Celery

   Stir in the diced carrots and celery, and cook for another 5 minutes until they start to soften.

3. 3

   Incorporate Remaining Vegetables

   Add the bell pepper, zucchini, and canned tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot. Stir well to combine.

4. 4

   Pour in Broth

   Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the soup to a boil.

5. 5

   Simmer the Soup

   Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

6. 6

   Finish and Serve

   Remove the bay leaf. Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.