Hearty Vegetable Soup

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat then add the onion. Cook until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the vegetable/chicken broth, water, the can of diced tomatoes with liquid and the bay leaf, and bring to a boil.
3. Add the celery, carrots, chickpeas and spices and simmer for about 10 minutes.
4. Add the grains and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
5. Add the green beans, zucchini, corn and peas and simmer until vegetables are cooked, approximately 10 minutes.
6. Remove the bay leaf and add any additional salt and pepper. Serve!