Raw Veggie Soup

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups carrots, shredded
• 1 1/2 cups fresh tomatoes, peel and seed, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups fresh cucumbers, peel and seed, chopped
• 1 1/2 cups green peppers, chopped
• 1 cup celery (chopped small)
• 1 cup chopped onion (red is best)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups tomato juice
• 1/4 cup corn oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh)
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• herb flavored crouton (for garnish)