Late Summer Minestrone

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1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

2 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch dice

2 zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch dice

1 cup fresh corn (about 2 ears)

1 cup fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 cup cored, chopped tomato (canned is fine; include juice)

1/2 cup chopped basil leaves, plus more for serving

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving, optional