Hearty Chopt Soup with Colorful Veggies - All Food Board

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup carrots, diced (about 2 medium carrots)
• 1 cup celery, diced (about 2 stalks)
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (optional for a heartier soup)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with juices
• 3 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish