2
medium garlic clove(s), minced
1
medium onion(s), diced
2
medium carrot(s), diced
1
medium sweet red pepper(s), diced
1
medium stalk celery, diced
2
small zucchini, diced
2
cup green cabbage, shredded
2
cup Swiss chard, chopped
2
cup cauliflower, small florets
2
cup broccoli, small florets
2
tsp thyme, chopped
6
cup vegetable broth
2
Tbsp parsley, or chives, fresh, chopped
1/2
tsp table salt, or to taste
1/4
tsp black pepper, or to taste
2
Tbsp fresh lemon juice, optional
1. Put garlic, vegetables, thyme and broth into a large soup pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes. 2. Stir in parsley or chives; season to taste with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Yields about 1 cup per serving.
