Easy Vegan Alphabet Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 medium carrots, (peeled and chopped)
• 2 ribs of celery (chopped)
• 1 yellow onion, (chopped)
• 4 cloves garlic, (minced or pressed)
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1 28 ounce diced tomatoes ((3.5 cups))
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 1 cup dry alphabet pasta ((gluten-free if preferred))
• 3/4 cup fresh or frozen green beans (chopped)
• 3/4 cup fresh or frozen peas
• 3/4 cup fresh or frozen corn
• 1/2 teaspoon salt ((or to taste))
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ((or to taste))

Nutrition (per serving)