Ingredients

• fresh produce:
  

• 1/2 tsp olive oil
  

• 1 large carrot
  

• 1 large parsnip
  

• 2 celery stalks
  

• 1 yellow onion, chopped
  

• 1 head of kale, chopped
  

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  

• 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
  

• any other fresh veggies you want

• pantry items:
  

• 1 garlic glove, finely chopped
  

• 1 can peas, rinsed and drained
  

• 1 can green beans, rinsed and drained
  

• 1 can lima beans, rinsed and drained
  

• 2 tbsp tomato paste
  

• 2 cups rice (not cooked)
  

• 8 cups low sodium vegetable broth

• spices and herbs:
  

• 2 tsp ground cumin
  

• 1 tsp paprika
  

• 1 tsp chili powder
  

• 2 tsp dried oregano
  

• 1 tsp garlic
  

• 1 tsp onion powder
  

• 1 tsp salt
  

• 1/2 tsp pepper
  

• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  

• 2 tsp chopped thyme (optional)